Ghatampur - Harraiya, Basti
Ghatampur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Ranipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatampur is 179524. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.32 hectares and falls under the 272155 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Ghatampur 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 Ghatampur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatampur village had a total population of 447 people, including 231 males and 216 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.58%, with male literacy at 76.62% and female literacy at 55.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139.
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 | 447 | 231 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 81 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 154 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 77 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatampur
Ghatampur 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 Ghatampur
Ghatampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ghatampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Ghatampur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Ghatampur is about 35 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 Ghatampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatampur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghatampur
Where is Ghatampur located?
Ghatampur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatampur is Ranipur.
What is the pincode of Ghatampur?
The pincode of Ghatampur is 272155.
What is the population of Ghatampur?
Ghatampur had a total population of 447, including 231 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Ghatampur?
Ghatampur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatampur was 66.58%. Male literacy was 76.62% and female literacy was 55.85%.