Jafarpur - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Jafarpur is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Jafarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jafarpur is 195758. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.98 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode.
Jafarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jafarpur
As per Census 2011, Jafarpur village has a total population of 2,631 people, consisting of 1,254 males and 1,377 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,455 literate and 1,176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jafarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,631 | 1,254 | 1,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 256 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 176 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 1,455 | 835 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,176 | 419 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Jafarpur
Jafarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fakharpur | North | 1.06 km |
| Umari Ganeshpur | West | 1.56 km |
| Birbhanpur | East | 1.64 km |
| Itmadpur | North | 1.98 km |
| Chandra Bhanpur | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Bhadsari | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Chak Hathauri | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Visham Mirjapur | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Matkmanpur | East | 2.69 km |
| Mahraura | East | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jafarpur
Jafarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Phariha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Jafarpur is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jafarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jafarpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jafarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jafarpur 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 Jafarpur
Where is Jafarpur located?
Jafarpur village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jafarpur?
Jafarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jafarpur?
The pincode of Jafarpur is 276204.
What is the population of Jafarpur?
Jafarpur has a total population of 2,631, including 1,254 males and 1,377 females.
How many households are there in Jafarpur?
There are 349 households in Jafarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jafarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jafarpur is 55.30%. Male literacy is 66.59% and female literacy is 45.03%.