Abishan - Ghazipur
Abishan is a village situated in the Ghazipur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Ghazipur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Abishan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abishan is 204891. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.84 hectares and falls under the 233222 pincode. Gajipur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Abishan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jangipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abishan
As per Census 2011, Abishan village has a total population of 2,184 people, consisting of 1,150 males and 1,034 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,491 literate and 693 illiterate residents. Additionally, 810 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abishan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,184 | 1,150 | 1,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 143 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 810 | 419 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,491 | 889 | 602 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 261 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Abishan
Abishan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Churamanpur | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Mahamudpur | South | 1.13 km |
| Kalaura | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Jagdishpur Autar | North | 1.49 km |
| Pirthipur | West | 1.59 km |
| Jaitpura | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Kusehara | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Chaura Mu. Kagjipur | East | 1.88 km |
| Mangharia | South | 1.94 km |
| Dari Chak | North-East | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Abishan
Abishan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shahbaz Kuli, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gajipur to Abishan is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Abishan is about 26 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 Abishan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abishan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Abishan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abishan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Abishan
Where is Abishan located?
Abishan village is located in Ghazipur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abishan?
Abishan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Abishan?
The pincode of Abishan is 233222.
What is the population of Abishan?
Abishan has a total population of 2,184, including 1,150 males and 1,034 females.
How many households are there in Abishan?
There are 296 households in Abishan.
What is the literacy rate in Abishan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abishan is 68.27%. Male literacy is 77.30% and female literacy is 58.22%.