Gajpur - Gola, Gorakhpur
Gajpur is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Gajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajpur is 187455. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.76 hectares and falls under the 273407 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gajpur village had a total population of 1,509 people, including 740 males and 769 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.79%, with male literacy at 82.83% and female literacy at 57.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,509 | 740 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 105 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 65 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 915 | 526 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 214 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Gajpur
Gajpur 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 Gajpur
Gajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Gajpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Gajpur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajpur 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 Gajpur
Where is Gajpur located?
Gajpur village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gajpur?
Gajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gajpur?
The pincode of Gajpur is 273407.
What is the population of Gajpur?
Gajpur had a total population of 1,509, including 740 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Gajpur?
Gajpur had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajpur was 69.79%. Male literacy was 82.83% and female literacy was 57.54%.