Gauspur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Gauspur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Madapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauspur is 212843. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.64 hectares and falls under the 231301 pincode.
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 Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gauspur
According to the 2011 Census, Gauspur village had a total population of 278 people, including 138 males and 140 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.20%, with male literacy at 80.70% and female literacy at 49.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 278 | 138 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 92 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 46 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Gauspur
Gauspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rikhaipur | South-East | 0.58 km |
| Khajagipur | North-West | 0.87 km |
| Jamaluddinpur | West | 0.90 km |
| Lakura | East | 0.99 km |
| Takia Mu. Jurvi | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Tendui | South | 1.11 km |
| Anandipur | North | 1.33 km |
| Bibi Pokhar | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Madapur | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Katia | North-West | 1.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gauspur
Gauspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kailahat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mirzapur to Gauspur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 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 Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gauspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauspur is Madapur.
What is the pincode of Gauspur?
The pincode of Gauspur is 231301.
What is the population of Gauspur?
Gauspur had a total population of 278, including 138 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Gauspur?
Gauspur had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauspur was 65.20%. Male literacy was 80.70% and female literacy was 49.56%.