Gangaupur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Gangaupur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Bhitaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangaupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangaupur is 197818. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.8 hectares and falls under the 277216 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gangaupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangaupur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangaupur village had a total population of 143 people, including 67 males and 76 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,134 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.09%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 63.24%.
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 | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 19 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Gangaupur
Gangaupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Sherwani | East | 0.40 km |
| Faridour | North | 0.52 km |
| Bhadhar | South | 0.63 km |
| Jamin Sisain | North-West | 0.73 km |
| Salempur T. Farsatar | South | 1.01 km |
| Masaon | North | 1.12 km |
| Bhuari | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Sisand Kala | West | 1.19 km |
| Samsuddinpur | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Siyar | North | 1.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangaupur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gangaupur. The nearest railway station is Belthara Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Gangaupur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Gangaupur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangaupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangaupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gangaupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangaupur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gangaupur
Where is Gangaupur located?
Gangaupur village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangaupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangaupur is Bhitaura.
What is the pincode of Gangaupur?
The pincode of Gangaupur is 277216.
What is the population of Gangaupur?
Gangaupur had a total population of 143, including 67 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Gangaupur?
Gangaupur had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangaupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangaupur was 71.09%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 63.24%.