Meghpur
Meghpur is a village located in Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Kerakat (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Meghpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meghpur unique in its vibrant Kerakat-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Meghpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Meghpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meghpur is 203105. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.91 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Meghpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Meghpur
Population of Meghpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meghpur has a total population of about 1,640, with approximately 834 males and 806 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 68 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.44%, with male literacy at about 79.38% and female literacy near 55.09%. There are around 223 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meghpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,640 | 834 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 119 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,106 | 662 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 172 | 362 |
Connectivity of Meghpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meghpur. As per the 2011 stats, Meghpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meghpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Meghpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meghpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meghpur
- Where is Meghpur located?
- Meghpur village is situated in Kerakat Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meghpur?
- Meghpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Meghpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meghpur is 1,640, with 834 males and 806 females.
- How many households are there in Meghpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meghpur village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meghpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meghpur is 67.44%. The male literacy rate is 79.38%, while the female literacy rate is 55.09%.