Jirau - Kaimganj, Farrukhabad
Jirau is a village situated in the Kaimganj tehsil of Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaimganj and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Farrukhabad. Jirau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jirau is 145741. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.74 hectares and falls under the 209502 pincode. Kaimganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jirau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaimganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Farrukhabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jirau
As per Census 2011, Jirau village has a total population of 2,505 people, consisting of 1,398 males and 1,107 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 791 females per 1,000 males. There are 497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,110 literate and 1,395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,027 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jirau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,505 | 1,398 | 1,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 266 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,027 | 561 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 1,110 | 771 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 627 | 768 |
Nearby Villages of Jirau
Jirau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amrapur Naglamakoda | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Paithan Khurd Bujurg | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Silsanda | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Varaveku | North | 2.06 km |
| Diura Mahsona | South | 2.10 km |
| Magtai | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Fatehpur Pariuli | West | 2.26 km |
| Shibraimath | East | 2.43 km |
| Kaimpur | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Behtamurlidhar | South-West | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jirau
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Jirau. The nearest railway station is Kaimganj, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.7 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaimganj to Jirau is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Farrukhabad to Jirau is about 47 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 Jirau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jirau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jirau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jirau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jirau
Where is Jirau located?
Jirau village is located in Kaimganj Tehsil, Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jirau?
Jirau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jirau?
The pincode of Jirau is 209502.
What is the population of Jirau?
Jirau has a total population of 2,505, including 1,398 males and 1,107 females.
How many households are there in Jirau?
There are 425 households in Jirau.
What is the literacy rate in Jirau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jirau is 44.31%. Male literacy is 55.15% and female literacy is 30.62%.