Jahorabad - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Jahorabad is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Masuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jahorabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahorabad is 187104. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.14 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode.
Jahorabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jahorabad
According to the 2011 Census, Jahorabad village had a total population of 268 people, including 133 males and 135 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.39%, with male literacy at 83.64% and female literacy at 58.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 268 | 133 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 92 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 41 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Jahorabad
Jahorabad 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 Jahorabad
Jahorabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Jahorabad is about 37 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 Jahorabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jahorabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jahorabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jahorabad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jahorabad
Where is Jahorabad located?
Jahorabad village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jahorabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Jahorabad is Masuria.
What is the pincode of Jahorabad?
The pincode of Jahorabad is 273404.
What is the population of Jahorabad?
Jahorabad had a total population of 268, including 133 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Jahorabad?
Jahorabad had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jahorabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jahorabad was 70.39%. Male literacy was 83.64% and female literacy was 58.54%.