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.

Nishan has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Nishan

Below is a concise population overview of Nishan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nishan village:

  • The total population of Nishan village is around 2,606, including approximately 1,237 males and 1,369 females, with a sex ratio of 1106 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 481 children aged 0–6 years in Nishan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nishan village has 1,190 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Nishan village is about 48.04%, with male literacy at 54.97% and female literacy at 41.78%.
  • There are around 357 households in Nishan village.

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.

Murki Suratpur Paliya Pataura Mallupur Lurkhuri Jamuari Mahmadpur Kundi Shahabuddinpur Lurkhuri Udiasan Urf Mufti Ganj

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%.