Shahjani - Mariahu, Jaunpur
Shahjani is a village situated in the Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariahu and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Shahjani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahjani is 202932. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.06 hectares and falls under the 222128 pincode. Mariyahu is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shahjani 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 Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahjani
According to the 2011 Census, Shahjani village had a total population of 820 people, including 369 males and 451 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.07%, with male literacy at 87.90% and female literacy at 60.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 220.
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 | 820 | 369 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 55 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 101 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 276 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 93 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Shahjani
Shahjani 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 Shahjani
Shahjani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mariyahu to Shahjani is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Shahjani 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 Shahjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahjani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shahjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahjani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shahjani
Where is Shahjani located?
Shahjani village is located in Mariahu Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahjani?
Shahjani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahjani?
The pincode of Shahjani is 222128.
What is the population of Shahjani?
Shahjani had a total population of 820, including 369 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Shahjani?
Shahjani had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahjani was 73.07%. Male literacy was 87.90% and female literacy was 60.59%.