Sapahi - Mariahu, Jaunpur
Sapahi is a village situated in the Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariahu and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Sapahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sapahi is 202847. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.09 hectares and falls under the 222203 pincode. Mariyahu is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sapahi 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 Sapahi
As per Census 2011, Sapahi village has a total population of 1,398 people, consisting of 655 males and 743 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 736 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 781 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sapahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,398 | 655 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 135 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 781 | 380 | 401 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 406 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 249 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Sapahi
Sapahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Allipur | South-East | 0.37 km |
| Narsingh Das Pur | South | 0.66 km |
| Pachurukhi Jalim Singh | North | 0.89 km |
| Pachurukhi Devi Prasad | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Sehara | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Pachurukhi Kalika Parasad | West | 1.06 km |
| Alipur | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Kharagpur | South | 1.28 km |
| Kathar | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Chaturbhujpur | South | 1.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sapahi
Sapahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mondh, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mariyahu to Sapahi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Sapahi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sapahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sapahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sapahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sapahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sapahi
Where is Sapahi located?
Sapahi village is located in Mariahu Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sapahi?
Sapahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sapahi?
The pincode of Sapahi is 222203.
What is the population of Sapahi?
Sapahi has a total population of 1,398, including 655 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Sapahi?
There are 201 households in Sapahi.
What is the literacy rate in Sapahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sapahi is 52.65%. Male literacy is 61.98% and female literacy is 44.41%.