Gorpur - Ramsanehighat, Bara Banki
Gorpur is a village situated in the Ramsanehighat tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramsanehighat and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Gorpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorpur is 165218. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.64 hectares and falls under the 225413 pincode. Barabanki is the nearest town.
Gorpur 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 Dariyabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faizabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gorpur village had a total population of 2,199 people, including 1,147 males and 1,052 females, living in 401 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.70%, with male literacy at 72.07% and female literacy at 52.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,037.
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 | 2,199 | 1,147 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 184 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,037 | 551 | 486 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 694 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,034 | 453 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Gorpur
Gorpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fateh Ganj | East | 1.14 km |
| Nisaka Pur | South | 1.37 km |
| Mau | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Umarapur Taluk | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Raje Pur | North | 1.91 km |
| Gunauli | East | 1.93 km |
| Sakauli | South | 2.03 km |
| Tiwaripur | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Jagatpur | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Kandhi Pur | West | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorpur
Gorpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Daryabad, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 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 Barabanki to Gorpur is about 40 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 Gorpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gorpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gorpur
Where is Gorpur located?
Gorpur village is located in Ramsanehighat Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorpur?
Gorpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorpur?
The pincode of Gorpur is 225413.
What is the population of Gorpur?
Gorpur had a total population of 2,199, including 1,147 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Gorpur?
Gorpur had 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorpur was 62.70%. Male literacy was 72.07% and female literacy was 52.63%.