Naupur - Kerakat, Jaunpur
Naupur is a village situated in the Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kerakat and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Naupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naupur is 203268. The village covers a total geographical area of 513.21 hectares and falls under the 222142 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Naupur 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 Naupur
As per Census 2011, Naupur village has a total population of 5,817 people, consisting of 2,945 males and 2,872 females. The village has 806 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 970 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,644 literate and 2,173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,616 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,817 | 2,945 | 2,872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 970 | 520 | 450 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,616 | 833 | 783 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 79 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 3,644 | 2,090 | 1,554 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,173 | 855 | 1,318 |
Nearby Villages of Naupur
Naupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asmanpatti | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Barai | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Thana Gaddi | North | 1.57 km |
| Chaksudi | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Arazi Thana Gaddi | North | 1.83 km |
| Sohani | West | 2.20 km |
| Dashrathpur | South | 2.21 km |
| Nunaw | East | 2.57 km |
| Devnath Pur | North | 2.61 km |
| Shivram Pur Kalan | East | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naupur
Naupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kirakat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Naupur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Naupur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naupur
Where is Naupur located?
Naupur village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naupur?
Naupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naupur?
The pincode of Naupur is 222142.
What is the population of Naupur?
Naupur has a total population of 5,817, including 2,945 males and 2,872 females.
How many households are there in Naupur?
There are 806 households in Naupur.
What is the literacy rate in Naupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naupur is 62.64%. Male literacy is 70.97% and female literacy is 54.11%.