Gourpura - Rasra, Ballia
Gourpura is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Lawkara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gourpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gourpura is 198437. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.88 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode.
Gourpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gourpura
According to the 2011 Census, Gourpura village had a total population of 822 people, including 420 males and 402 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.71%, with male literacy at 82.82% and female literacy at 60.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 427, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 822 | 420 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 223 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 294 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 126 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Gourpura
Gourpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohawar | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Madava | South | 1.23 km |
| Lawkara | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Kotwari | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Firozpur | West | 1.26 km |
| Dehri | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Unai | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Dugai | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Nadhi | South | 2.03 km |
| Mirzapur | South-West | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gourpura
Gourpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sanwara, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.1 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Gourpura is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gourpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gourpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gourpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gourpura 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 Gourpura
Where is Gourpura located?
Gourpura village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gourpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gourpura is Lawkara.
What is the pincode of Gourpura?
The pincode of Gourpura is 221712.
What is the population of Gourpura?
Gourpura had a total population of 822, including 420 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Gourpura?
Gourpura had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gourpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gourpura was 71.71%. Male literacy was 82.82% and female literacy was 60.51%.