Girdharpur - Sandila, Hardoi
Girdharpur is a village situated in the Sandila tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandila and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Girdharpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girdharpur is 140773. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.02 hectares and falls under the 241304 pincode. Beniganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Girdharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Girdharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Girdharpur village had a total population of 2,194 people, including 1,162 males and 1,032 females, living in 420 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.29%, with male literacy at 72.88% and female literacy at 43.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,456.
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 | 2,194 | 1,162 | 1,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 185 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,456 | 768 | 688 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,085 | 712 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,109 | 450 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Girdharpur
Girdharpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muthiya | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Newada Lochan | North | 1.94 km |
| Sadipur | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Sahdin | South | 2.28 km |
| Kursi | East | 2.37 km |
| Umrari | West | 3.12 km |
| Aant Sant | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Bilauni | South | 3.22 km |
| Korokala | South | 3.64 km |
| Mamrejpur | North | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girdharpur
Girdharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Atwa Muthia Halt, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beniganj to Girdharpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Girdharpur is about 58 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 Girdharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girdharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Girdharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girdharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Girdharpur
Where is Girdharpur located?
Girdharpur village is located in Sandila Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girdharpur?
Girdharpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girdharpur?
The pincode of Girdharpur is 241304.
What is the population of Girdharpur?
Girdharpur had a total population of 2,194, including 1,162 males and 1,032 females.
How many households are there in Girdharpur?
Girdharpur had 420 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girdharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girdharpur was 59.29%. Male literacy was 72.88% and female literacy was 43.73%.