Nishan
Nishan is a village located in Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kerakat (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Nishan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nishan unique in its vibrant Kerakat-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Nishan’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 Nishan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nishan is 203047. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222170. Kerakat is nearest town to Nishan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Nishan
Population of Nishan
According to the 2011 Census, Nishan has a total population of about 2,606, with approximately 1,237 males and 1,369 females. The sex ratio is around 1106 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 481 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,190 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 48.04%, with male literacy at about 54.97% and female literacy near 41.78%. There are around 357 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nishan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,606 | 1,237 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 238 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,190 | 560 | 630 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,252 | 680 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,354 | 557 | 797 |
Connectivity of Nishan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nishan. As per the 2011 stats, Nishan 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 Nishan
Knowing the nearby villages of Nishan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nishan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nishan
- Where is Nishan located?
- Nishan village is situated in Kerakat Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nishan?
- Nishan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nishan?
- The pincode of Nishan is 222170, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nishan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nishan is 2,606, with 1,237 males and 1,369 females.
- How many households are there in Nishan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nishan village has a total of 357 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nishan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nishan is 48.04%. The male literacy rate is 54.97%, while the female literacy rate is 41.78%.