Horilpur Sham - Kasimabad, Ghazipur
Horilpur Sham is a village situated in the Kasimabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Mohammadabad and around 39 km from Ghazipur. Husanabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Horilpur Sham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Horilpur Sham is 205775. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.27 hectares and falls under the 233222 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Horilpur Sham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zahoorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Horilpur Sham
According to the 2011 Census, Horilpur Sham village had a total population of 139 people, including 74 males and 65 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.65%, with male literacy at 85.48% and female literacy at 58.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 21 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Horilpur Sham
Horilpur Sham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manik Chandpur | North | 0.69 km |
| Bahoranpah | East | 0.97 km |
| Mubarakpur T. Sepah | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Kateysar | South | 1.08 km |
| Ibrahimpur T. Sipah | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Dittanpur | North | 1.27 km |
| Alam Patti | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Shah Muhammadpur | North | 1.49 km |
| Naserpurchak Dayal T. Bandhae | South | 1.71 km |
| Mubarakhpur T. Bandae | South-West | 1.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Horilpur Sham
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Horilpur Sham. The nearest railway station is Dhondha Dih, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ghazipur to Horilpur Sham is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Horilpur Sham is about 39 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 Horilpur Sham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Horilpur Sham 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 Horilpur Sham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Horilpur Sham 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Horilpur Sham
Where is Horilpur Sham located?
Horilpur Sham village is located in Kasimabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Horilpur Sham?
The Gram Panchayat of Horilpur Sham is Husanabad.
What is the pincode of Horilpur Sham?
The pincode of Horilpur Sham is 233222.
What is the population of Horilpur Sham?
Horilpur Sham had a total population of 139, including 74 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Horilpur Sham?
Horilpur Sham had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Horilpur Sham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Horilpur Sham was 72.65%. Male literacy was 85.48% and female literacy was 58.18%.