Gangapur Panday - Harraiya, Basti
Gangapur Panday is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Deokher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapur Panday village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur Panday is 179943. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.73 hectares and falls under the 272127 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gangapur Panday village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapur Panday
As per Census 2011, Gangapur Panday village has a total population of 320 people, consisting of 164 males and 156 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangapur Panday are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 164 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 122 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 42 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur Panday
Gangapur Panday 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jot Asre | North | 0.67 km |
| Siyarapur | South-East | 0.73 km |
| Hilasi | South | 0.73 km |
| Pure Hindu | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Ram Duttpur | South | 1.14 km |
| Araji Deokhar | East | 1.19 km |
| Devapur | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Pachvas | North | 1.30 km |
| Chirihawa | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Sohagiya | North-West | 1.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangapur Panday
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gangapur Panday. The nearest railway station is Bilhar Ghat, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Gangapur Panday is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Gangapur Panday 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 Gangapur Panday
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur Panday 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 Gangapur Panday
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapur Panday 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangapur Panday
Where is Gangapur Panday located?
Gangapur Panday village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur Panday?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur Panday is Deokher.
What is the pincode of Gangapur Panday?
The pincode of Gangapur Panday is 272127.
What is the population of Gangapur Panday?
Gangapur Panday has a total population of 320, including 164 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur Panday?
There are 63 households in Gangapur Panday.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur Panday?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur Panday is 63.44%. Male literacy is 74.39% and female literacy is 51.92%.