Golhaipur - Utraula, Balrampur
Golhaipur is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Golhaipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golhaipur is 174155. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.68 hectares and falls under the 271609 pincode. Mankapur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Golhaipur 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 Golhaipur
According to the 2011 Census, Golhaipur village had a total population of 2,609 people, including 1,311 males and 1,298 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.60%, with male literacy at 74.42% and female literacy at 54.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 365.
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 | 2,609 | 1,311 | 1,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 193 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 178 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,420 | 832 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,189 | 479 | 710 |
Nearby Villages of Golhaipur
Golhaipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotwa Dergah | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Devli Deeh | East | 1.36 km |
| Bhelaya Madanpur | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Mardha Khurd | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Kolhuee Garib | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Rankibadalpur | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Bardhya | East | 2.02 km |
| Shamsapur | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Pipra Mahim | South | 2.18 km |
| Karoha | North-East | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golhaipur
Golhaipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.7 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mankapur to Golhaipur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Golhaipur is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golhaipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golhaipur 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 Golhaipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golhaipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Golhaipur
Where is Golhaipur located?
Golhaipur village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golhaipur?
Golhaipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golhaipur?
The pincode of Golhaipur is 271609.
What is the population of Golhaipur?
Golhaipur had a total population of 2,609, including 1,311 males and 1,298 females.
How many households are there in Golhaipur?
Golhaipur had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golhaipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golhaipur was 64.60%. Male literacy was 74.42% and female literacy was 54.44%.