Unkraon - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Unkraon is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Unkraon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unkraon is 204000. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.16 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode.
Unkraon 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 Unkraon
According to the 2011 Census, Unkraon village had a total population of 3,850 people, including 1,878 males and 1,972 females, living in 580 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.63%, with male literacy at 80.13% and female literacy at 58.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 546, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 3,850 | 1,878 | 1,972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 323 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 273 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,223 | 1,246 | 977 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,627 | 632 | 995 |
Nearby Villages of Unkraon
Unkraon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundarpur | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Undrapur | East | 1.46 km |
| Chak Said | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Chak Farid | North | 1.73 km |
| Darhwal | South | 1.78 km |
| Asspur | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Chak Sarif | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Faridpur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Ghhni | West | 1.88 km |
| Aakab Hauz | North | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unkraon
Unkraon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sadat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ghazipur to Unkraon is about 45 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 Unkraon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unkraon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Unkraon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unkraon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Unkraon
Where is Unkraon located?
Unkraon village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Unkraon?
Unkraon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Unkraon?
The pincode of Unkraon is 275204.
What is the population of Unkraon?
Unkraon had a total population of 3,850, including 1,878 males and 1,972 females.
How many households are there in Unkraon?
Unkraon had 580 households.
What is the literacy rate in Unkraon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unkraon was 68.63%. Male literacy was 80.13% and female literacy was 58.02%.