Gouspur - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Gouspur is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Gouspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gouspur is 206087. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.65 hectares and falls under the 233227 pincode. Mohammdabad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gouspur 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 Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gouspur
According to the 2011 Census, Gouspur village had a total population of 7,273 people, including 3,746 males and 3,527 females, living in 1,194 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.10%, with male literacy at 84.66% and female literacy at 61.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 761.
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 | 7,273 | 3,746 | 3,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,191 | 643 | 548 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 761 | 404 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,446 | 2,627 | 1,819 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,827 | 1,119 | 1,708 |
Nearby Villages of Gouspur
Gouspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khalispur T. Gauspur | South-East | 0.49 km |
| Kalyanpur M. Kathut | North-West | 0.69 km |
| Shahpur T. Kathut | East | 0.83 km |
| Shahpur T. Gauspur | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Ahmad Patti | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Nawbarar Dungurpur | South | 1.20 km |
| Chak Jahrullah | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Diara Dungurpur | West | 1.42 km |
| Dariyapur | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Firozpur Kalan | North-West | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gouspur
Gouspur 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 70.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mohammdabad to Gouspur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Gouspur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gouspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gouspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gouspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gouspur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gouspur
Where is Gouspur located?
Gouspur village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gouspur?
Gouspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gouspur?
The pincode of Gouspur is 233227.
What is the population of Gouspur?
Gouspur had a total population of 7,273, including 3,746 males and 3,527 females.
How many households are there in Gouspur?
Gouspur had 1,194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gouspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gouspur was 73.10%. Male literacy was 84.66% and female literacy was 61.06%.