Jahni - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Jahni 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. Jahni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahni is 203628. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.68 hectares and falls under the 275203 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town.
Jahni 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 Jahni
As per Census 2011, Jahni village has a total population of 3,606 people, consisting of 1,851 males and 1,755 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 553 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,036 literate and 1,570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 563 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jahni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,606 | 1,851 | 1,755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 290 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 295 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,036 | 1,196 | 840 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,570 | 655 | 915 |
Nearby Villages of Jahni
Jahni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bangali Patti | West | 1.15 km |
| Birbhanpur | North | 1.36 km |
| Kudila | East | 1.44 km |
| Mirpur | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Araji Mafi Haridyal Yati | West | 1.71 km |
| Karimullah Pur | East | 1.78 km |
| Kharwasi Pur | South | 1.85 km |
| Araji Maphi Haribansyati | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Jhotana | West | 1.95 km |
| Molnapur | South-East | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jahni
Jahni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hurmujpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Jahni 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 Jahni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jahni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jahni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jahni 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 Jahni
Where is Jahni located?
Jahni village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jahni?
Jahni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jahni?
The pincode of Jahni is 275203.
What is the population of Jahni?
Jahni has a total population of 3,606, including 1,851 males and 1,755 females.
How many households are there in Jahni?
There are 515 households in Jahni.
What is the literacy rate in Jahni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jahni is 56.46%. Male literacy is 64.61% and female literacy is 47.86%.