Gurudaspur - Rajatalab, Varanasi
Gurudaspur is a village situated in the Rajatalab tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. Guru Das Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurudaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurudaspur is 209243. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.74 hectares and falls under the 221313 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Gurudaspur 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 Sevapuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Varanasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurudaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Gurudaspur village had a total population of 914 people, including 463 males and 451 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.27%, with male literacy at 80.15% and female literacy at 54.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106.
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 | 914 | 463 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 315 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 148 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Gurudaspur
Gurudaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pausi | South | 0.92 km |
| Ramsinghpur | West | 1.12 km |
| Lachapur | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Moglabir | North | 1.40 km |
| Nigatpur | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Kalyanpur | East | 1.54 km |
| Chaknanda | West | 1.79 km |
| Narottampur | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Khochwa | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Chakarpanpur | North-East | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurudaspur
Gurudaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nigatpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Gurudaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurudaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurudaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurudaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurudaspur
Where is Gurudaspur located?
Gurudaspur village is located in Rajatalab Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gurudaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurudaspur is Guru Das Pur.
What is the pincode of Gurudaspur?
The pincode of Gurudaspur is 221313.
What is the population of Gurudaspur?
Gurudaspur had a total population of 914, including 463 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Gurudaspur?
Gurudaspur had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurudaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurudaspur was 67.27%. Male literacy was 80.15% and female literacy was 54.15%.