Guchchupur - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Guchchupur is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Guchchupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guchchupur is 150823. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.79 hectares and falls under the 209206 pincode. Kanpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Guchchupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guchchupur
According to the 2011 Census, Guchchupur village had a total population of 2,472 people, including 1,357 males and 1,115 females, living in 448 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.35%, with male literacy at 82.56% and female literacy at 66.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260.
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 | 2,472 | 1,357 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 170 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 154 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,605 | 980 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 867 | 377 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Guchchupur
Guchchupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paltupur | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Banhari | East | 1.88 km |
| Ramsari | North | 2.50 km |
| Birpur | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Aima Ramsari | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Chakbirpur | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Oriya | East | 3.85 km |
| Mirjapur | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Gopalpur Ghatampur | South | 3.94 km |
| Bhadras | North-West | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guchchupur
Guchchupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghatampur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.7 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Guchchupur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Guchchupur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guchchupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guchchupur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guchchupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guchchupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Guchchupur
Where is Guchchupur located?
Guchchupur village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guchchupur?
Guchchupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guchchupur?
The pincode of Guchchupur is 209206.
What is the population of Guchchupur?
Guchchupur had a total population of 2,472, including 1,357 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Guchchupur?
Guchchupur had 448 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guchchupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guchchupur was 75.35%. Male literacy was 82.56% and female literacy was 66.28%.