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 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 Ashrafgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Ashrafgarh village had a total population of 681 people, including 357 males and 324 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.04%, with male literacy at 94.31% and female literacy at 74.72%.
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 | 681 | 357 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 681, including 357 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Ashrafgarh?
Ashrafgarh had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashrafgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashrafgarh was 85.04%. Male literacy was 94.31% and female literacy was 74.72%.