Ashokpur Khurd - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Ashokpur Khurd is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Junedpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashokpur Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashokpur Khurd is 200055. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.52 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Ashokpur Khurd 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 Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashokpur Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Ashokpur Khurd village had a total population of 813 people, including 416 males and 397 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.21%, with male literacy at 79.19% and female literacy at 58.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 313.
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 | 813 | 416 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 160 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 274 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 142 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Ashokpur Khurd
Ashokpur Khurd 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 Ashokpur Khurd
Public transport in the Ashokpur Khurd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shahganj to Ashokpur Khurd is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Ashokpur Khurd is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashokpur Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashokpur Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ashokpur Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashokpur Khurd 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 Ashokpur Khurd
Where is Ashokpur Khurd located?
Ashokpur Khurd village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ashokpur Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashokpur Khurd is Junedpur.
What is the pincode of Ashokpur Khurd?
The pincode of Ashokpur Khurd is 223101.
What is the population of Ashokpur Khurd?
Ashokpur Khurd had a total population of 813, including 416 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Ashokpur Khurd?
Ashokpur Khurd had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashokpur Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashokpur Khurd was 69.21%. Male literacy was 79.19% and female literacy was 58.93%.