Ashrafgarh - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Ashrafgarh is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Asharafpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashrafgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashrafgarh is 200474. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 223102 pincode. Jounpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ashrafgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Ashrafgarh
As per Census 2011, Ashrafgarh village has a total population of 681 people, consisting of 357 males and 324 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 483 literate and 198 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ashrafgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 357 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 282 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 75 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Ashrafgarh
Ashrafgarh 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 Ashrafgarh
Ashrafgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ashrafgarh.
| 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 Jounpur to Ashrafgarh is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Ashrafgarh is about 35 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 Ashrafgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashrafgarh 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 Ashrafgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashrafgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ashrafgarh
Where is Ashrafgarh located?
Ashrafgarh village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ashrafgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashrafgarh is Asharafpur.
What is the pincode of Ashrafgarh?
The pincode of Ashrafgarh is 223102.
What is the population of Ashrafgarh?
Ashrafgarh has a total population of 681, including 357 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Ashrafgarh?
There are 94 households in Ashrafgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Ashrafgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashrafgarh is 70.93%. Male literacy is 78.99% and female literacy is 62.04%.