Jairajpur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Jairajpur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Jayraj Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jairajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jairajpur is 193020. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.77 hectares and falls under the 276121 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Jairajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Jairajpur
As per Census 2011, Jairajpur village has a total population of 5,967 people, consisting of 2,953 males and 3,014 females. The village has 740 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,028 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,832 literate and 2,135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,074 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jairajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,967 | 2,953 | 3,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,028 | 513 | 515 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,074 | 518 | 556 |
| Literate Population | 3,832 | 2,035 | 1,797 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,135 | 918 | 1,217 |
Nearby Villages of Jairajpur
Jairajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baramadpur | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Jagmalpur | East | 1.59 km |
| Kohri Khurd | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Bhaluwai | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Kohri Bujurg | West | 1.88 km |
| Dahigarh | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Bindwal | South | 2.02 km |
| Bashirpur | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Dharampur | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Harballabhpur | North-East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jairajpur
Jairajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sidhari Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jairajpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jairajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jairajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jairajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jairajpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jairajpur
Where is Jairajpur located?
Jairajpur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jairajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jairajpur is Jayraj Pur.
What is the pincode of Jairajpur?
The pincode of Jairajpur is 276121.
What is the population of Jairajpur?
Jairajpur has a total population of 5,967, including 2,953 males and 3,014 females.
How many households are there in Jairajpur?
There are 740 households in Jairajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jairajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jairajpur is 64.22%. Male literacy is 68.91% and female literacy is 59.62%.