Shah Jot - Colonelganj, Gonda
Shah Jot is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Shah Jot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shah Jot is 174829. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.79 hectares and falls under the 271503 pincode. Karnailganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shah Jot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shah Jot
According to the 2011 Census, Shah Jot village had a total population of 3,809 people, including 1,899 males and 1,910 females, living in 639 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.83%, with male literacy at 49.61% and female literacy at 36.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 832.
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 | 3,809 | 1,899 | 1,910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 713 | 375 | 338 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 832 | 395 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,326 | 756 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,483 | 1,143 | 1,340 |
Nearby Villages of Shah Jot
Shah Jot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagata Pur | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Panchupur | South | 1.32 km |
| Jankinagar Grint | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Pure Basai Chitai | East | 1.75 km |
| Charera | South | 2.01 km |
| Bangawan | West | 2.21 km |
| Gaurwa Janipur | North | 2.31 km |
| Babupur | South | 2.55 km |
| Chaya Purwa | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Saraiyya | West | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shah Jot
Shah Jot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bangain, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Karnailganj to Shah Jot is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Shah Jot is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shah Jot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shah Jot 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shah Jot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shah Jot 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 Shah Jot
Where is Shah Jot located?
Shah Jot village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shah Jot?
Shah Jot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shah Jot?
The pincode of Shah Jot is 271503.
What is the population of Shah Jot?
Shah Jot had a total population of 3,809, including 1,899 males and 1,910 females.
How many households are there in Shah Jot?
Shah Jot had 639 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shah Jot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shah Jot was 42.83%. Male literacy was 49.61% and female literacy was 36.26%.