Ghamahapur - Mariahu, Jaunpur
Ghamahapur is a village situated in the Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariahu and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Shudanipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghamahapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghamahapur is 202465. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.6 hectares and falls under the 222203 pincode. Mariyahu is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ghamahapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghamahapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghamahapur village had a total population of 448 people, including 212 males and 236 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.71%, with male literacy at 82.25% and female literacy at 50.24%.
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 | 448 | 212 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 139 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 73 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Ghamahapur
Ghamahapur 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 Ghamahapur
Public transport in the Ghamahapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Ghamahapur.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mariyahu to Ghamahapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Ghamahapur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghamahapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghamahapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghamahapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghamahapur 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 Ghamahapur
Where is Ghamahapur located?
Ghamahapur village is located in Mariahu Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghamahapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghamahapur is Shudanipur.
What is the pincode of Ghamahapur?
The pincode of Ghamahapur is 222203.
What is the population of Ghamahapur?
Ghamahapur had a total population of 448, including 212 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Ghamahapur?
Ghamahapur had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghamahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghamahapur was 64.71%. Male literacy was 82.25% and female literacy was 50.24%.