Vikrampur - Kerakat, Jaunpur
Vikrampur 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 2 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Kadahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vikrampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vikrampur is 203065. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.76 hectares and falls under the 222142 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Vikrampur 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 Vikrampur
As per Census 2011, Vikrampur village has a total population of 562 people, consisting of 302 males and 260 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vikrampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 302 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 133 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 220 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 82 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Vikrampur
Vikrampur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vikrampur
Vikrampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Vikrampur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Vikrampur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Vikrampur is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vikrampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vikrampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vikrampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vikrampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vikrampur
Where is Vikrampur located?
Vikrampur village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vikrampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vikrampur is Kadahara.
What is the pincode of Vikrampur?
The pincode of Vikrampur is 222142.
What is the population of Vikrampur?
Vikrampur has a total population of 562, including 302 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Vikrampur?
There are 85 households in Vikrampur.
What is the literacy rate in Vikrampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vikrampur is 67.26%. Male literacy is 72.85% and female literacy is 60.77%.