Gannipur - Harraiya, Basti
Gannipur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Baijalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gannipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gannipur is 179056. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.23 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Gannipur 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 Gannipur
According to the 2011 Census, Gannipur village had a total population of 695 people, including 362 males and 333 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.08%, with male literacy at 76.13% and female literacy at 59.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 695 | 362 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 236 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 126 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Gannipur
Gannipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gannipur
Gannipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Basti to Gannipur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gannipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gannipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gannipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gannipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gannipur
Where is Gannipur located?
Gannipur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gannipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gannipur is Baijalpur.
What is the pincode of Gannipur?
The pincode of Gannipur is 272130.
What is the population of Gannipur?
Gannipur had a total population of 695, including 362 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Gannipur?
Gannipur had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gannipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gannipur was 68.08%. Male literacy was 76.13% and female literacy was 59.14%.