Jafar Pur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Jafar Pur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Jafar Pur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jafar Pur is 203522. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.91 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town.
Jafar Pur 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 Jafar Pur
As per Census 2011, Jafar Pur village has a total population of 2,871 people, consisting of 1,438 males and 1,433 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 518 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,494 literate and 1,377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jafar Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,871 | 1,438 | 1,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 283 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 129 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,494 | 867 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,377 | 571 | 806 |
Nearby Villages of Jafar Pur
Jafar Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khijir Pur | South-West | 0.75 km |
| Churaman Pur | West | 1.23 km |
| Jamsara | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Gangapur | North | 1.43 km |
| Mustfabad Urf Baragaon | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Mehdi Pur | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Nijamuddin Pur | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Sedhuwari | South | 1.77 km |
| Ratanpur | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Newada Sani | South-West | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jafar Pur
Jafar Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dullahapur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Jafar Pur is about 27 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 Jafar Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jafar Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jafar Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jafar Pur 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 Jafar Pur
Where is Jafar Pur located?
Jafar Pur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jafar Pur?
Jafar Pur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jafar Pur?
The pincode of Jafar Pur is 275202.
What is the population of Jafar Pur?
Jafar Pur has a total population of 2,871, including 1,438 males and 1,433 females.
How many households are there in Jafar Pur?
There are 421 households in Jafar Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Jafar Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jafar Pur is 52.04%. Male literacy is 60.29% and female literacy is 43.75%.