Ziapur - Lalganj, Azamgarh
Ziapur is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Jiyapur Dakshini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ziapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ziapur is 195677. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.05 hectares and falls under the 276123 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Ziapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ziapur
As per Census 2011, Ziapur village has a total population of 1,434 people, consisting of 691 males and 743 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 799 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 502 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ziapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,434 | 691 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 127 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 502 | 240 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 799 | 442 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 249 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Ziapur
Ziapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayanpur | North-West | 0.85 km |
| Bahalolpur | East | 0.93 km |
| Chetakpur | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Chak Banarasi | North | 1.14 km |
| Khundanpur | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Chak Budhsen | West | 1.22 km |
| Kudhalabi | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Sakia Bakia | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Mathkodiya | South | 1.56 km |
| Khijirpur | North | 1.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ziapur
Ziapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dudhaunda, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Ziapur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Ziapur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ziapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ziapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ziapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ziapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ziapur
Where is Ziapur located?
Ziapur village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ziapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ziapur is Jiyapur Dakshini.
What is the pincode of Ziapur?
The pincode of Ziapur is 276123.
What is the population of Ziapur?
Ziapur has a total population of 1,434, including 691 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Ziapur?
There are 227 households in Ziapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ziapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ziapur is 55.72%. Male literacy is 63.97% and female literacy is 48.05%.