Gayaspur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Gayaspur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Daulatabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gayaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gayaspur is 212791. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.03 hectares and falls under the 231302 pincode. Ahraura is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gayaspur 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 Gayaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Gayaspur village had a total population of 956 people, including 516 males and 440 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.93%, with male literacy at 77.40% and female literacy at 47.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 258.
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 | 956 | 516 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 149 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 339 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 177 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Gayaspur
Gayaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suraha | West | 0.89 km |
| Kasihar | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Jafarabad | East | 1.19 km |
| Phutauhia | East | 1.40 km |
| Mahua Bari | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Jamuwa | South | 1.59 km |
| Aluha | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Nonar | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Dohri | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Chaturipur Kalan | South-East | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gayaspur
Public transport in the Gayaspur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ahraura Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahraura to Gayaspur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Gayaspur 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 Gayaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gayaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gayaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gayaspur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gayaspur
Where is Gayaspur located?
Gayaspur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gayaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gayaspur is Daulatabad.
What is the pincode of Gayaspur?
The pincode of Gayaspur is 231302.
What is the population of Gayaspur?
Gayaspur had a total population of 956, including 516 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Gayaspur?
Gayaspur had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gayaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gayaspur was 63.93%. Male literacy was 77.40% and female literacy was 47.81%.