Gondapur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Gondapur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Gondapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondapur is 192578. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.9 hectares and falls under the 276139 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gondapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gondapur
As per Census 2011, Gondapur village has a total population of 1,066 people, consisting of 503 males and 563 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 1,119 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 549 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 354 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gondapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,066 | 503 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 109 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 172 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 295 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 208 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Gondapur
Gondapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rukunuddinpur | West | 0.75 km |
| Mahaji Sidhwara | East | 0.79 km |
| Burhave Husamuddinpur | South | 1.34 km |
| Banjariya Khas | East | 1.36 km |
| Mahaji Vanjariya | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Chapri Khurd | West | 1.75 km |
| Chaukana Parsottam | West | 1.77 km |
| Avsanpur | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Bariyarpur | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Savilakha | South-East | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gondapur
Gondapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sidhari Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahrajganj to Gondapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Gondapur is about 27 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 Gondapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gondapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gondapur
Where is Gondapur located?
Gondapur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gondapur?
Gondapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gondapur?
The pincode of Gondapur is 276139.
What is the population of Gondapur?
Gondapur has a total population of 1,066, including 503 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Gondapur?
There are 160 households in Gondapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gondapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondapur is 51.50%. Male literacy is 58.65% and female literacy is 45.12%.