Gheenpur - Soraon, Prayagraj
Gheenpur is a village situated in the Soraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Soraon and around 45 km from Allahabad. Gheenpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gheenpur is 160995. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.66 hectares and falls under the 212507 pincode. Soraon is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gheenpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Phulpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gheenpur
As per Census 2011, Gheenpur village has a total population of 8,104 people, consisting of 4,132 males and 3,972 females. The village has 1,319 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,725 literate and 3,379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,529 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gheenpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,104 | 4,132 | 3,972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,289 | 705 | 584 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,529 | 761 | 768 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,725 | 2,854 | 1,871 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,379 | 1,278 | 2,101 |
Nearby Villages of Gheenpur
Gheenpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Permanandpur | East | 1.65 km |
| Dharauta | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Deogalpur | West | 1.92 km |
| Purey Ram Sahaya | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Hatiya | East | 2.61 km |
| Chata | South | 2.75 km |
| Goberdhanpur | East | 2.80 km |
| Sarai Khandev | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Gadh Champa | West | 2.93 km |
| Shahpur | North-East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gheenpur
Gheenpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhirganj, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Soraon to Gheenpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Gheenpur is about 45 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 Gheenpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gheenpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gheenpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gheenpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gheenpur
Where is Gheenpur located?
Gheenpur village is located in Soraon Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gheenpur?
Gheenpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gheenpur?
The pincode of Gheenpur is 212507.
What is the population of Gheenpur?
Gheenpur has a total population of 8,104, including 4,132 males and 3,972 females.
How many households are there in Gheenpur?
There are 1,319 households in Gheenpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gheenpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gheenpur is 58.30%. Male literacy is 69.07% and female literacy is 47.10%.