Alipur - Mariahu, Jaunpur
Alipur is a village situated in the Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariahu and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Hinauti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alipur is 202494. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.7 hectares and falls under the 222203 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Alipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alipur
According to the 2011 Census, Alipur village had a total population of 986 people, including 498 males and 488 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 59.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 483.
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 | 986 | 498 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 68 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 241 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 380 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 118 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Alipur
Alipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharagpur | South-East | 0.69 km |
| Narsingh Das Pur | North-East | 0.71 km |
| Wajidpur | South-West | 0.82 km |
| Basant Patti | South | 0.82 km |
| Pachurukhi Kalika Parasad | North | 1.08 km |
| Chak Allipur | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Sapahi | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Chaturbhujpur | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Pachurukhi Devi Prasad | North | 1.43 km |
| Kolahalpur | South-West | 1.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alipur
Alipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mondh, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Alipur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Alipur is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alipur 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 Alipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alipur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Alipur
Where is Alipur located?
Alipur village is located in Mariahu Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Alipur is Hinauti.
What is the pincode of Alipur?
The pincode of Alipur is 222203.
What is the population of Alipur?
Alipur had a total population of 986, including 498 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Alipur?
Alipur had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alipur was 73.91%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 59.14%.