Gajpur Grint - Utraula, Balrampur
Gajpur Grint is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Gajpur Grint village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajpur Grint is 174035. The village covers a total geographical area of 1731.97 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Gajpur Grint village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gajpur Grint
According to the 2011 Census, Gajpur Grint village had a total population of 7,895 people, including 3,804 males and 4,091 females, living in 1,156 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.21%, with male literacy at 49.14% and female literacy at 33.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 514.
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 | 7,895 | 3,804 | 4,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,389 | 670 | 719 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 246 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,681 | 1,540 | 1,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,214 | 2,264 | 2,950 |
Nearby Villages of Gajpur Grint
Gajpur Grint 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Grint | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Chorghata Ghat | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Sirsia | East | 2.58 km |
| Bharatpur Grint | West | 2.99 km |
| Tendua Khas | South | 3.05 km |
| Achalpur Ghat | South | 3.09 km |
| Itai Rampur Poorvi | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Bhirawa | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Ailara | West | 4.18 km |
| Rampur Arna | South-West | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gajpur Grint
Gajpur Grint is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Utraula to Gajpur Grint is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Gajpur Grint is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajpur Grint
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajpur Grint village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gajpur Grint
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajpur Grint village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gajpur Grint
Where is Gajpur Grint located?
Gajpur Grint village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajpur Grint?
Gajpur Grint is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gajpur Grint?
The pincode of Gajpur Grint is 271306.
What is the population of Gajpur Grint?
Gajpur Grint had a total population of 7,895, including 3,804 males and 4,091 females.
How many households are there in Gajpur Grint?
Gajpur Grint had 1,156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajpur Grint?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajpur Grint was 41.21%. Male literacy was 49.14% and female literacy was 33.84%.