Hirapur Machahati - Kerakat, Jaunpur
Hirapur Machahati is a village situated in the Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kerakat and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Hirapur Machahati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirapur Machahati is 203307. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.66 hectares and falls under the 222142 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Hirapur Machahati 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 Hirapur Machahati
As per Census 2011, Hirapur Machahati village has a total population of 3,930 people, consisting of 1,989 males and 1,941 females. The village has 582 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 583 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,445 literate and 1,485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,062 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirapur Machahati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,930 | 1,989 | 1,941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 315 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,062 | 545 | 517 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 39 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 2,445 | 1,423 | 1,022 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,485 | 566 | 919 |
Nearby Villages of Hirapur Machahati
Hirapur Machahati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ek Lakhi Mandupur | North | 1.09 km |
| Brahmanpur | South | 1.37 km |
| Dewar | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Deupur | North | 1.64 km |
| Bardiha | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Itahara | East | 1.79 km |
| Kanjahit | West | 1.80 km |
| Bhimpur | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Amiliya | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Diha | East | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hirapur Machahati
Hirapur Machahati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dodhi, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Hirapur Machahati is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Hirapur Machahati is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hirapur Machahati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirapur Machahati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hirapur Machahati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirapur Machahati 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Hirapur Machahati
Where is Hirapur Machahati located?
Hirapur Machahati village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirapur Machahati?
Hirapur Machahati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hirapur Machahati?
The pincode of Hirapur Machahati is 222142.
What is the population of Hirapur Machahati?
Hirapur Machahati has a total population of 3,930, including 1,989 males and 1,941 females.
How many households are there in Hirapur Machahati?
There are 582 households in Hirapur Machahati.
What is the literacy rate in Hirapur Machahati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirapur Machahati is 62.21%. Male literacy is 71.54% and female literacy is 52.65%.