Ghamhapur - Pindra, Varanasi
Ghamhapur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Karami serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghamhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghamhapur is 208688. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.24 hectares and falls under the 221204 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghamhapur 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 Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghamhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghamhapur village had a total population of 392 people, including 199 males and 193 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.18%, with male literacy at 92.78% and female literacy at 69.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 392 | 199 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 167 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 32 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Ghamhapur
Ghamhapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghamhapur
Ghamhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ghamhapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Ghamhapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghamhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghamhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghamhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghamhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghamhapur
Where is Ghamhapur located?
Ghamhapur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghamhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghamhapur is Karami.
What is the pincode of Ghamhapur?
The pincode of Ghamhapur is 221204.
What is the population of Ghamhapur?
Ghamhapur had a total population of 392, including 199 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Ghamhapur?
Ghamhapur had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghamhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghamhapur was 81.18%. Male literacy was 92.78% and female literacy was 69.32%.