Gaurasinghnapur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Gaurasinghnapur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Gaura Sihanapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaurasinghnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaurasinghnapur is 175008. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.87 hectares and falls under the 271125 pincode. Karnail Ganj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Gaurasinghnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaurasinghnapur
As per Census 2011, Gaurasinghnapur village has a total population of 4,404 people, consisting of 2,342 males and 2,062 females. The village has 699 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 958 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,348 literate and 3,056 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaurasinghnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,404 | 2,342 | 2,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 958 | 477 | 481 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,385 | 748 | 637 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 940 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,056 | 1,402 | 1,654 |
Nearby Villages of Gaurasinghnapur
Gaurasinghnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khurda Seer | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Nainawa Jagannathpur | East | 1.83 km |
| Atarauliya | North | 1.86 km |
| Ganauliya | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Dullapur | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Ramawapur | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Nakahara | East | 2.71 km |
| Behta | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Kashipur | South | 2.81 km |
| Pure Baijnath | North | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaurasinghnapur
Gaurasinghnapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jarwal Road, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Karnail Ganj to Gaurasinghnapur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Gaurasinghnapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaurasinghnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaurasinghnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaurasinghnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaurasinghnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gaurasinghnapur
Where is Gaurasinghnapur located?
Gaurasinghnapur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaurasinghnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaurasinghnapur is Gaura Sihanapur.
What is the pincode of Gaurasinghnapur?
The pincode of Gaurasinghnapur is 271125.
What is the population of Gaurasinghnapur?
Gaurasinghnapur has a total population of 4,404, including 2,342 males and 2,062 females.
How many households are there in Gaurasinghnapur?
There are 699 households in Gaurasinghnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gaurasinghnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaurasinghnapur is 30.61%. Male literacy is 40.14% and female literacy is 19.79%.