Gay Ghat - Mankapur, Gonda
Gay Ghat is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Gayghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gay Ghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gay Ghat is 175821. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.63 hectares and falls under the 271305 pincode. Masknava is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gay Ghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gay Ghat
As per Census 2011, Gay Ghat village has a total population of 2,109 people, consisting of 1,023 males and 1,086 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 1,007 illiterate residents. Additionally, 542 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gay Ghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,109 | 1,023 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 143 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 542 | 266 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 632 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,007 | 391 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Gay Ghat
Gay Ghat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mansukhpur | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Uska | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Mirzapur | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Ghanshyampur Grint | North | 1.50 km |
| Bakhrauji | South | 1.62 km |
| Dhanepur | West | 1.65 km |
| Lohrauli | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Loh Gajari | South | 2.24 km |
| Patijia Khurd | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Mishraulia Khurd | West | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gay Ghat
Gay Ghat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is S Narayan Chpla, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.3 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Masknava to Gay Ghat is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Gay Ghat is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gay Ghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gay Ghat 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 Gay Ghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gay Ghat 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 Gay Ghat
Where is Gay Ghat located?
Gay Ghat village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gay Ghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Gay Ghat is Gayghat.
What is the pincode of Gay Ghat?
The pincode of Gay Ghat is 271305.
What is the population of Gay Ghat?
Gay Ghat has a total population of 2,109, including 1,023 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Gay Ghat?
There are 324 households in Gay Ghat.
What is the literacy rate in Gay Ghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gay Ghat is 52.25%. Male literacy is 61.78% and female literacy is 43.28%.