Gauspur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Gauspur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Kazipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauspur is 200190. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.09 hectares and falls under the 223104 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gauspur 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 Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gauspur
According to the 2011 Census, Gauspur village had a total population of 950 people, including 475 males and 475 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.03%, with male literacy at 84.35% and female literacy at 56.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 312.
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 | 950 | 475 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 161 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 318 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 157 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Gauspur
Gauspur 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 Gauspur
Gauspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gauspur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahganj to Gauspur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Gauspur is about 48 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 Gauspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gauspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gauspur
Where is Gauspur located?
Gauspur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gauspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauspur is Kazipur.
What is the pincode of Gauspur?
The pincode of Gauspur is 223104.
What is the population of Gauspur?
Gauspur had a total population of 950, including 475 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Gauspur?
Gauspur had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauspur was 70.03%. Male literacy was 84.35% and female literacy was 56.07%.