Darbeshpur - Kerakat, Jaunpur
Darbeshpur is a village situated in the Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kerakat and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Darbeshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darbeshpur is 203123. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.17 hectares and falls under the 222136 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Darbeshpur 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 Zafrabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darbeshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Darbeshpur village had a total population of 1,053 people, including 531 males and 522 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 89.73% and female literacy at 70.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 394.
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 | 1,053 | 531 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 93 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 208 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 393 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 138 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Darbeshpur
Darbeshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharagpur | West | 0.69 km |
| Pradhanpur | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Newada | East | 1.47 km |
| Lalpur | North | 1.70 km |
| Chhitauna | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Rehati | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Lohgajar | West | 2.02 km |
| Parbatpur | East | 2.21 km |
| Gaur | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Mahimapur | North-West | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darbeshpur
Darbeshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jalalganj, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Darbeshpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darbeshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darbeshpur 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 Darbeshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darbeshpur 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 Darbeshpur
Where is Darbeshpur located?
Darbeshpur village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darbeshpur?
Darbeshpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darbeshpur?
The pincode of Darbeshpur is 222136.
What is the population of Darbeshpur?
Darbeshpur had a total population of 1,053, including 531 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Darbeshpur?
Darbeshpur had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darbeshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darbeshpur was 80.00%. Male literacy was 89.73% and female literacy was 70.68%.