Gepan Chak - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Gepan Chak is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Jiwanchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gepan Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gepan Chak is 204349. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.03 hectares and falls under the 233304 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gepan Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gepan Chak
As per Census 2011, Gepan Chak village has a total population of 650 people, consisting of 319 males and 331 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 415 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gepan Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 650 | 319 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 142 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 177 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Gepan Chak
Gepan Chak 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 Gepan Chak
Public transport in the Gepan Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gepan Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ghazipur to Gepan Chak is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Gepan Chak is about 40 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 Gepan Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gepan Chak 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 Gepan Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gepan Chak 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 Gepan Chak
Where is Gepan Chak located?
Gepan Chak village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gepan Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Gepan Chak is Jiwanchak.
What is the pincode of Gepan Chak?
The pincode of Gepan Chak is 233304.
What is the population of Gepan Chak?
Gepan Chak has a total population of 650, including 319 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Gepan Chak?
There are 101 households in Gepan Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Gepan Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gepan Chak is 36.15%. Male literacy is 44.51% and female literacy is 28.10%.