Bans Gagaha - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Bans Gagaha is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Bans Gagaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bans Gagaha is 186547. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.35 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Bansgaon is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bans Gagaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bans Gagaha
As per Census 2011, Bans Gagaha village has a total population of 957 people, consisting of 484 males and 473 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 579 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 596 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bans Gagaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 957 | 484 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 596 | 295 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 331 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 153 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Bans Gagaha
Bans Gagaha 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 Bans Gagaha
Bans Gagaha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansgaon to Bans Gagaha is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Bans Gagaha is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bans Gagaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bans Gagaha 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 Bans Gagaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bans Gagaha 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 Bans Gagaha
Where is Bans Gagaha located?
Bans Gagaha village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bans Gagaha?
Bans Gagaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bans Gagaha?
The pincode of Bans Gagaha is 273016.
What is the population of Bans Gagaha?
Bans Gagaha has a total population of 957, including 484 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Bans Gagaha?
There are 163 households in Bans Gagaha.
What is the literacy rate in Bans Gagaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bans Gagaha is 60.50%. Male literacy is 68.39% and female literacy is 52.43%.