Narain Pur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Narain Pur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Jakhaniyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narain Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narain Pur is 201198. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.89 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Narain Pur 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 Narain Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Narain Pur village had a total population of 373 people, including 186 males and 187 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.71%, with male literacy at 92.62% and female literacy at 72.60%.
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 | 373 | 186 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 138 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 48 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Narain Pur
Narain Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jakhaniyan | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Dharampur | North | 1.22 km |
| Ukani | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Holpur | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Meerapur Ta Madhupur | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Mallupur | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Ramgara Taluka Madhupur | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Jagadishpur Ta.kunwarpur | East | 2.40 km |
| Madhupur | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Gaddopur | North | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narain Pur
Narain Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badshahpur, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Narain Pur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narain Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narain Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narain Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narain Pur 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 Narain Pur
Where is Narain Pur located?
Narain Pur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narain Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narain Pur is Jakhaniyan.
What is the pincode of Narain Pur?
The pincode of Narain Pur is 222143.
What is the population of Narain Pur?
Narain Pur had a total population of 373, including 186 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Narain Pur?
Narain Pur had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narain Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narain Pur was 82.71%. Male literacy was 92.62% and female literacy was 72.60%.