Ashapur - Kerakat, Jaunpur
Ashapur is a village situated in the Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Ashapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashapur is 203101. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.44 hectares and falls under the 222136 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town.
Ashapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zafrabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashapur
As per Census 2011, Ashapur village has a total population of 1,311 people, consisting of 628 males and 683 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 737 literate and 574 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,311 | 628 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 119 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 422 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 206 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Ashapur
Ashapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ibrahimpur | West | 0.91 km |
| Bidauri | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Mahrenw | South | 1.09 km |
| Korri | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Bhaidpur | West | 1.93 km |
| Nahora | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Bahadur Patti | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Purenw | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Jaitpur | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Keraon | East | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ashapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ashapur. The nearest railway station is Salkhapur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Ashapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashapur 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 Ashapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ashapur
Where is Ashapur located?
Ashapur village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashapur?
Ashapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashapur?
The pincode of Ashapur is 222136.
What is the population of Ashapur?
Ashapur has a total population of 1,311, including 628 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Ashapur?
There are 196 households in Ashapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ashapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashapur is 56.22%. Male literacy is 67.20% and female literacy is 46.12%.