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
As per Census 2011, Guchchupur village has a total population of 2,472 people, consisting of 1,357 males and 1,115 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 821 females per 1,000 males. There are 342 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,605 literate and 867 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guchchupur are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,472, including 1,357 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Guchchupur?
There are 448 households in Guchchupur.
What is the literacy rate in Guchchupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guchchupur is 64.93%. Male literacy is 72.22% and female literacy is 56.05%.