Brindaban - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Brindaban is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Brindaban village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brindaban is 203960. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.85 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode.
Brindaban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brindaban
As per Census 2011, Brindaban village has a total population of 2,976 people, consisting of 1,475 males and 1,501 females. The village has 491 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 491 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,761 literate and 1,215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 800 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brindaban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,976 | 1,475 | 1,501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 491 | 264 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 800 | 390 | 410 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,761 | 1,011 | 750 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 464 | 751 |
Nearby Villages of Brindaban
Brindaban 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padumpur | South | 0.75 km |
| Kathnauli | North | 0.76 km |
| Kath Audar | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Khalilpur | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Kharwasi Pur | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Molnapur | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Bakharipur | South | 1.64 km |
| Todar Pur | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Hazipur | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Orasan | West | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Brindaban
Brindaban is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hurmujpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Brindaban is about 40 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 Brindaban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brindaban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Brindaban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brindaban 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Brindaban
Where is Brindaban located?
Brindaban village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brindaban?
Brindaban is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Brindaban?
The pincode of Brindaban is 275204.
What is the population of Brindaban?
Brindaban has a total population of 2,976, including 1,475 males and 1,501 females.
How many households are there in Brindaban?
There are 491 households in Brindaban.
What is the literacy rate in Brindaban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brindaban is 59.17%. Male literacy is 68.54% and female literacy is 49.97%.