Gangepur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Gangepur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Gangepur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangepur is 192795. The village covers a total geographical area of 1254.95 hectares and falls under the 276140 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town.
Gangepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangepur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangepur village had a total population of 4,539 people, including 2,264 males and 2,275 females, living in 624 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.53%, with male literacy at 67.05% and female literacy at 46.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,185.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,539 | 2,264 | 2,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 803 | 416 | 387 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,185 | 602 | 583 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,112 | 1,239 | 873 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,427 | 1,025 | 1,402 |
Nearby Villages of Gangepur
Gangepur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gangepur
Gangepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Gangepur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gangepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangepur
Where is Gangepur located?
Gangepur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangepur?
Gangepur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangepur?
The pincode of Gangepur is 276140.
What is the population of Gangepur?
Gangepur had a total population of 4,539, including 2,264 males and 2,275 females.
How many households are there in Gangepur?
Gangepur had 624 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangepur was 56.53%. Male literacy was 67.05% and female literacy was 46.24%.