Kashipur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Kashipur 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 46 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Kashipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashipur is 175012. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.58 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode.
Kashipur 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 Kashipur
As per Census 2011, Kashipur village has a total population of 2,564 people, consisting of 1,334 males and 1,230 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 504 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 756 literate and 1,808 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kashipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,564 | 1,334 | 1,230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 258 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 505 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,808 | 829 | 979 |
Nearby Villages of Kashipur
Kashipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atarsuiya | East | 2.28 km |
| Behta | West | 2.61 km |
| Gaurasinghnapur | North | 2.81 km |
| Sanawan | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Bihad | West | 3.25 km |
| Nainawa Jagannathpur | North | 3.45 km |
| Nakahara | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Chandra Hariya | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Pratappur | East | 3.84 km |
| Telwari | South | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kashipur
Kashipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jarwal Road, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gonda to Kashipur is about 46 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 Kashipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kashipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kashipur 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kashipur
Where is Kashipur located?
Kashipur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kashipur?
Kashipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kashipur?
The pincode of Kashipur is 271502.
What is the population of Kashipur?
Kashipur has a total population of 2,564, including 1,334 males and 1,230 females.
How many households are there in Kashipur?
There are 421 households in Kashipur.
What is the literacy rate in Kashipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashipur is 29.49%. Male literacy is 37.86% and female literacy is 20.41%.