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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Gayaspur village has a total population of 956 people, consisting of 516 males and 440 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 514 literate and 442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gayaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 956 | 516 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 149 | 109 |
| 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 has a total population of 956, including 516 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Gayaspur?
There are 173 households in Gayaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Gayaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gayaspur is 53.77%. Male literacy is 65.70% and female literacy is 39.77%.