Juraupur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Juraupur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Juraupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juraupur is 201351. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.09 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Machhlishahr is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Juraupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juraupur
As per Census 2011, Juraupur village has a total population of 1,906 people, consisting of 862 males and 1,044 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 1,211 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,114 literate and 792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 635 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Juraupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,906 | 862 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 175 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 293 | 342 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 605 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 257 | 535 |
Nearby Villages of Juraupur
Juraupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajurahat | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Batanhit | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Chak English Chak Chain Singh | West | 1.72 km |
| Mathura | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Lalahapur | West | 1.77 km |
| Parasupur | South | 1.79 km |
| Nathupur | North | 1.98 km |
| Paharpur | East | 2.14 km |
| Nakhatpur | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Kora | South-East | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Juraupur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Juraupur. The nearest railway station is Nibhapur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Machhlishahr to Juraupur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Juraupur is about 34 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 Juraupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juraupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Juraupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juraupur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Juraupur
Where is Juraupur located?
Juraupur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juraupur?
Juraupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Juraupur?
The pincode of Juraupur is 222143.
What is the population of Juraupur?
Juraupur has a total population of 1,906, including 862 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Juraupur?
There are 289 households in Juraupur.
What is the literacy rate in Juraupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juraupur is 58.45%. Male literacy is 70.19% and female literacy is 48.75%.