Ghoorpali - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Ghoorpali is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Ghoora Pali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoorpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoorpali is 182324. The village covers a total geographical area of 1441.65 hectares and falls under the 272271 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ghoorpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghoorpali
As per Census 2011, Ghoorpali village has a total population of 3,111 people, consisting of 1,621 males and 1,490 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,583 literate and 1,528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoorpali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,111 | 1,621 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 264 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 287 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,583 | 994 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,528 | 627 | 901 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoorpali
Ghoorpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gorayadeeh | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Gaighat | South | 2.18 km |
| Gurchi Gulariha | North | 2.42 km |
| Ganaura | South | 2.55 km |
| Belauli | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Banganwa Tappa Aurangabad | South | 3.01 km |
| Karatahari | East | 3.04 km |
| Koharbhar | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Sonbarsa | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Kant | South-East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoorpali
Ghoorpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kauriaa Jungle, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sant Kabir Nagar to Ghoorpali is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Ghoorpali is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoorpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoorpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghoorpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoorpali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghoorpali
Where is Ghoorpali located?
Ghoorpali village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoorpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoorpali is Ghoora Pali.
What is the pincode of Ghoorpali?
The pincode of Ghoorpali is 272271.
What is the population of Ghoorpali?
Ghoorpali has a total population of 3,111, including 1,621 males and 1,490 females.
How many households are there in Ghoorpali?
There are 489 households in Ghoorpali.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoorpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoorpali is 50.88%. Male literacy is 61.32% and female literacy is 39.53%.