Kalafatpur - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Kalafatpur is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Kalafatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalafatpur is 194673. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.3 hectares and falls under the 223222 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kalafatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalafatpur
As per Census 2011, Kalafatpur village has a total population of 2,226 people, consisting of 1,083 males and 1,143 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,367 literate and 859 illiterate residents. Additionally, 715 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalafatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,226 | 1,083 | 1,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 153 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 715 | 342 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 1,367 | 740 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 859 | 343 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Kalafatpur
Kalafatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Thaneswar | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Shiv Pur | East | 1.00 km |
| Saudma | North | 1.25 km |
| Hamirpur | West | 1.36 km |
| Dashnaval | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Madhawa Pur | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Sohayal | East | 1.60 km |
| Nashopur | South | 1.69 km |
| Chak Gulara | North | 1.80 km |
| Shahpur | South | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalafatpur
Kalafatpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tulsi Nagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahganj to Kalafatpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Kalafatpur is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalafatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalafatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalafatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalafatpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalafatpur
Where is Kalafatpur located?
Kalafatpur village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalafatpur?
Kalafatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalafatpur?
The pincode of Kalafatpur is 223222.
What is the population of Kalafatpur?
Kalafatpur has a total population of 2,226, including 1,083 males and 1,143 females.
How many households are there in Kalafatpur?
There are 358 households in Kalafatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kalafatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalafatpur is 61.41%. Male literacy is 68.33% and female literacy is 54.86%.