Shahjerpur - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Shahjerpur is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Shahjerpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahjerpur is 194960. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.6 hectares and falls under the 276304 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shahjerpur 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 Shahjerpur
As per Census 2011, Shahjerpur village has a total population of 1,182 people, consisting of 549 males and 633 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 749 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahjerpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,182 | 549 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 79 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 57 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 396 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 153 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Shahjerpur
Shahjerpur 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 Shahjerpur
Shahjerpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Shahjerpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Shahjerpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Shahjerpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahjerpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahjerpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shahjerpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahjerpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shahjerpur
Where is Shahjerpur located?
Shahjerpur village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahjerpur?
Shahjerpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahjerpur?
The pincode of Shahjerpur is 276304.
What is the population of Shahjerpur?
Shahjerpur has a total population of 1,182, including 549 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Shahjerpur?
There are 184 households in Shahjerpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahjerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahjerpur is 63.37%. Male literacy is 72.13% and female literacy is 55.77%.