Atraura - Kerakat, Jaunpur
Atraura is a village situated in the Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kerakat and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Atraura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atraura is 203246. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.18 hectares and falls under the 222142 pincode. Kerakat is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Atraura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kerakat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atraura
According to the 2011 Census, Atraura village had a total population of 1,305 people, including 652 males and 653 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.44%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198.
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 | 1,305 | 652 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 106 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 483 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 169 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Atraura
Atraura 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 Atraura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Atraura. Atraura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kerakat to Atraura is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Atraura is about 22 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 Atraura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atraura 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Atraura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atraura 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Atraura
Where is Atraura located?
Atraura village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atraura?
Atraura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atraura?
The pincode of Atraura is 222142.
What is the population of Atraura?
Atraura had a total population of 1,305, including 652 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Atraura?
Atraura had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atraura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atraura was 73.44%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 58.82%.