Kapoorpur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Kapoorpur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Sakara No. 1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapoorpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapoorpur is 201111. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.88 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Machhlishahr is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kapoorpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Kapoorpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kapoorpur village had a total population of 1,026 people, including 552 males and 474 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.09%, with male literacy at 90.34% and female literacy at 67.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 552 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 107 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 704 | 430 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 122 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Kapoorpur
Kapoorpur 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 Kapoorpur
Kapoorpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kapoorpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Machhlishahr to Kapoorpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Kapoorpur is about 31 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 Kapoorpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapoorpur 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 Kapoorpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapoorpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kapoorpur
Where is Kapoorpur located?
Kapoorpur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kapoorpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapoorpur is Sakara No. 1.
What is the pincode of Kapoorpur?
The pincode of Kapoorpur is 222143.
What is the population of Kapoorpur?
Kapoorpur had a total population of 1,026, including 552 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Kapoorpur?
Kapoorpur had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapoorpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapoorpur was 80.09%. Male literacy was 90.34% and female literacy was 67.99%.