Gazipur - Mankapur, Gonda
Gazipur is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Gazipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gazipur is 175726. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.5 hectares and falls under the 271305 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Gazipur 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 Gazipur
As per Census 2011, Gazipur village has a total population of 2,050 people, consisting of 1,064 males and 986 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,199 literate and 851 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gazipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,050 | 1,064 | 986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 170 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 182 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 736 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 851 | 328 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Gazipur
Gazipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaluwa Talab | North | 0.85 km |
| Pipra Adaee | East | 1.20 km |
| Gaura Buzurg | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Bukkanpur | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Bel Gari | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Lahgaura | North | 1.46 km |
| Kolhuee Garib | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Manni Jot | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Manpur | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Raghavpur | South | 1.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gazipur
Gazipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S Narayan Chpla, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.1 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Gazipur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Gazipur is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gazipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gazipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gazipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gazipur 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 Gazipur
Where is Gazipur located?
Gazipur village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gazipur?
Gazipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gazipur?
The pincode of Gazipur is 271305.
What is the population of Gazipur?
Gazipur has a total population of 2,050, including 1,064 males and 986 females.
How many households are there in Gazipur?
There are 291 households in Gazipur.
What is the literacy rate in Gazipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gazipur is 58.49%. Male literacy is 69.17% and female literacy is 46.96%.