Gangapur Grant - Gola Gokaran Nath, Kheri
Gangapur Grant is a village situated in the Gola Gokaran Nath tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola Gokaran Nath and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Gangapur Grant village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur Grant is 135245. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.51 hectares and falls under the 262804 pincode. Kheri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gangapur Grant 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 Gola gokrannath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapur Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur Grant village had a total population of 1,719 people, including 920 males and 799 females, living in 306 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.38%, with male literacy at 83.38% and female literacy at 55.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 490.
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 | 1,719 | 920 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 156 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 490 | 259 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 637 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 283 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur Grant
Gangapur Grant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbhi | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Raipur Grant | East | 2.41 km |
| Hari Nagar Grant | South | 2.49 km |
| Paraspur | West | 2.74 km |
| Kamalpur | South | 2.75 km |
| Umaria | West | 2.89 km |
| Mirza Pur Grant | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Bhudar Gang | South | 3.57 km |
| Munda Muafi | South | 3.73 km |
| Khanazadpur | South-East | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangapur Grant
Gangapur Grant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bahelia Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheri to Gangapur Grant is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kheri to Gangapur Grant is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapur Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur Grant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gangapur Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapur Grant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gangapur Grant
Where is Gangapur Grant located?
Gangapur Grant village is located in Gola Gokaran Nath Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangapur Grant?
Gangapur Grant is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangapur Grant?
The pincode of Gangapur Grant is 262804.
What is the population of Gangapur Grant?
Gangapur Grant had a total population of 1,719, including 920 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur Grant?
Gangapur Grant had 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur Grant was 70.38%. Male literacy was 83.38% and female literacy was 55.64%.