Gauri Shahpur - Bansdih, Ballia
Gauri Shahpur is a village situated in the Bansdih tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansdih and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Gaurishahpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauri Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauri Shahpur is 199466. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.08 hectares and falls under the 277202 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gauri Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gauri Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gauri Shahpur village had a total population of 585 people, including 299 males and 286 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.42%, with male literacy at 72.48% and female literacy at 53.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 585 | 299 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 187 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 112 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Gauri Shahpur
Gauri Shahpur 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 Gauri Shahpur
Gauri Shahpur 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Gauri Shahpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Gauri Shahpur is about 28 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 Gauri Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauri Shahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gauri Shahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauri Shahpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gauri Shahpur
Where is Gauri Shahpur located?
Gauri Shahpur village is located in Bansdih Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gauri Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauri Shahpur is Gaurishahpur.
What is the pincode of Gauri Shahpur?
The pincode of Gauri Shahpur is 277202.
What is the population of Gauri Shahpur?
Gauri Shahpur had a total population of 585, including 299 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Gauri Shahpur?
Gauri Shahpur had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauri Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauri Shahpur was 63.42%. Male literacy was 72.48% and female literacy was 53.88%.