Arazi Shankarpur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Arazi Shankarpur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Arazi Shankerpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arazi Shankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arazi Shankarpur is 192523. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.04 hectares and falls under the 276122 pincode. Maharajganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Arazi Shankarpur 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 Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arazi Shankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Arazi Shankarpur village had a total population of 1,443 people, including 690 males and 753 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.35%, with male literacy at 71.16% and female literacy at 47.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 422.
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 | 1,443 | 690 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 149 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 202 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 385 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 305 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Arazi Shankarpur
Arazi Shankarpur 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 Arazi Shankarpur
Arazi Shankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Maharajganj to Arazi Shankarpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Arazi Shankarpur is about 36 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 Arazi Shankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arazi Shankarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Arazi Shankarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arazi Shankarpur 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 Arazi Shankarpur
Where is Arazi Shankarpur located?
Arazi Shankarpur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Arazi Shankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Arazi Shankarpur is Arazi Shankerpur.
What is the pincode of Arazi Shankarpur?
The pincode of Arazi Shankarpur is 276122.
What is the population of Arazi Shankarpur?
Arazi Shankarpur had a total population of 1,443, including 690 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Arazi Shankarpur?
Arazi Shankarpur had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arazi Shankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arazi Shankarpur was 58.35%. Male literacy was 71.16% and female literacy was 47.07%.