Gaju - Sandila, Hardoi
Gaju is a village situated in the Sandila tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandila and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Gaju village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaju is 140864. The village covers a total geographical area of 1299.37 hectares and falls under the 241126 pincode.
Gaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balamau Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Misrikh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaju
According to the 2011 Census, Gaju village had a total population of 8,912 people, including 4,824 males and 4,088 females, living in 1,592 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.36%, with male literacy at 69.67% and female literacy at 40.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5,103.
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 | 8,912 | 4,824 | 4,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,499 | 779 | 720 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,103 | 2,741 | 2,362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,178 | 2,818 | 1,360 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,734 | 2,006 | 2,728 |
Nearby Villages of Gaju
Gaju 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukuhi | South | 2.88 km |
| Uttar Ghaiya | South | 3.20 km |
| Tikari | North | 3.23 km |
| Barvasarsand | West | 3.51 km |
| Deennagar | East | 3.81 km |
| Suthena | South | 4.39 km |
| Hathaura | South-East | 4.48 km |
| Purwa | West | 4.64 km |
| Patseny | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Teuri | South-West | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaju
Gaju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gaju Halt, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hardoi to Gaju is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaju 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 Gaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gaju
Where is Gaju located?
Gaju village is located in Sandila Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaju?
Gaju is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaju?
The pincode of Gaju is 241126.
What is the population of Gaju?
Gaju had a total population of 8,912, including 4,824 males and 4,088 females.
How many households are there in Gaju?
Gaju had 1,592 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaju was 56.36%. Male literacy was 69.67% and female literacy was 40.38%.