Jolhapur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Jolhapur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. Jolaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jolhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jolhapur is 193044. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.24 hectares and falls under the 276135 pincode. Jahanaganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jolhapur 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 Jolhapur
As per Census 2011, Jolhapur village has a total population of 8,086 people, consisting of 4,162 males and 3,924 females. The village has 1,137 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,881 literate and 3,205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,947 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jolhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,086 | 4,162 | 3,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,353 | 702 | 651 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,947 | 1,010 | 937 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 4,881 | 2,898 | 1,983 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,205 | 1,264 | 1,941 |
Nearby Villages of Jolhapur
Jolhapur 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 Manjhariya | North-West | 0.79 km |
| Akhapur | North | 1.01 km |
| Begpur | West | 1.40 km |
| Chak Muajjam | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Tandwa | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Phulwariya | West | 2.03 km |
| Madhuban | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Savarupur | West | 2.17 km |
| Madaya | South | 2.19 km |
| Bhoryamakabulpur | South | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jolhapur
Jolhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jahanaganj to Jolhapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Jolhapur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jolhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jolhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jolhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jolhapur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jolhapur
Where is Jolhapur located?
Jolhapur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jolhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jolhapur is Jolaha.
What is the pincode of Jolhapur?
The pincode of Jolhapur is 276135.
What is the population of Jolhapur?
Jolhapur has a total population of 8,086, including 4,162 males and 3,924 females.
How many households are there in Jolhapur?
There are 1,137 households in Jolhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Jolhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jolhapur is 60.36%. Male literacy is 69.63% and female literacy is 50.54%.