Govardhanpur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Govardhanpur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Govardhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govardhanpur is 192608. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.8 hectares and falls under the 276121 pincode.
Govardhanpur 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 Govardhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Govardhanpur village had a total population of 534 people, including 270 males and 264 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.14%, with male literacy at 92.47% and female literacy at 75.64%.
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 | 534 | 270 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 221 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 49 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Govardhanpur
Govardhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baichaura Or Baidaura | South | 0.59 km |
| Khan Malpur | West | 0.66 km |
| Akbalpur | South-East | 0.81 km |
| Balrampur | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Bhagwanpur | East | 0.99 km |
| Misirpur Kulman | South | 1.02 km |
| Arhariya Khanu Rai | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Arhariya Nirdhin | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Ghurahu Patti | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Bishunpur Pandey | South-West | 1.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Govardhanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Govardhanpur. The nearest railway station is Sidhari Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Govardhanpur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govardhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govardhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Govardhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govardhanpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Govardhanpur
Where is Govardhanpur located?
Govardhanpur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govardhanpur?
Govardhanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Govardhanpur?
The pincode of Govardhanpur is 276121.
What is the population of Govardhanpur?
Govardhanpur had a total population of 534, including 270 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Govardhanpur?
Govardhanpur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govardhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govardhanpur was 84.14%. Male literacy was 92.47% and female literacy was 75.64%.