Gauspur - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Gauspur is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Ashok Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauspur is 207075. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.17 hectares and falls under the 232106 pincode. Mugalsarai is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gauspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gauspur
As per Census 2011, Gauspur village has a total population of 1,974 people, consisting of 1,030 males and 944 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,219 literate and 755 illiterate residents. Additionally, 643 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gauspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,974 | 1,030 | 944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 159 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 341 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,219 | 734 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 296 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Gauspur
Gauspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dodhiya | East | 1.04 km |
| Visunpur Kala | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Kadirabad | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Milokpur | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Dedha Gavan | West | 1.56 km |
| Jivanpur | North | 1.61 km |
| Hetampur | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Chitawal | North | 2.33 km |
| Khor | South | 2.34 km |
| Awajapur | North-West | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gauspur
Gauspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tulsi Ashram, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mugalsarai to Gauspur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Gauspur is about 30 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 Gauspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauspur 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 Gauspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauspur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gauspur
Where is Gauspur located?
Gauspur village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauspur is Ashok Nagar.
What is the pincode of Gauspur?
The pincode of Gauspur is 232106.
What is the population of Gauspur?
Gauspur has a total population of 1,974, including 1,030 males and 944 females.
How many households are there in Gauspur?
There are 314 households in Gauspur.
What is the literacy rate in Gauspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauspur is 61.75%. Male literacy is 71.26% and female literacy is 51.38%.