Firozshah - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Firozshah is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Firozshah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Firozshah is 203766. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.46 hectares and falls under the 233305 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Firozshah 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 Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Firozshah
According to the 2011 Census, Firozshah village had a total population of 1,570 people, including 813 males and 757 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.51%, with male literacy at 87.03% and female literacy at 65.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 487.
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 | 1,570 | 813 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 127 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 246 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,042 | 597 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 216 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Firozshah
Firozshah 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 Firozshah
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Firozshah. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Firozshah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ghazipur to Firozshah is about 18 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 Firozshah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Firozshah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Firozshah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Firozshah 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 Firozshah
Where is Firozshah located?
Firozshah village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Firozshah?
Firozshah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Firozshah?
The pincode of Firozshah is 233305.
What is the population of Firozshah?
Firozshah had a total population of 1,570, including 813 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Firozshah?
Firozshah had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Firozshah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Firozshah was 76.51%. Male literacy was 87.03% and female literacy was 65.83%.