Biraili - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Biraili is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Biraili village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biraili is 200053. The village covers a total geographical area of 603.15 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Biraili 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 Biraili
According to the 2011 Census, Biraili village had a total population of 1,654 people, including 866 males and 788 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.62%, with male literacy at 80.05% and female literacy at 58.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 312.
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 | 1,654 | 866 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 114 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 165 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 999 | 602 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 264 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Biraili
Biraili 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandraul | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Bhaisauli | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Ashokpur Kalan | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Gauraytikari | South | 1.49 km |
| Samuda | South | 1.55 km |
| Bijethuaa Rajapur | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Surapur | North | 1.70 km |
| Bhatpura Narayanpur | West | 1.75 km |
| Gopalpur Saray Khwaja | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Bhawanipur | North | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biraili
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Biraili. The nearest railway station is Koiripur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahganj to Biraili is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Biraili is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biraili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biraili 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 Biraili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biraili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biraili
Where is Biraili located?
Biraili village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biraili?
Biraili is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Biraili?
The pincode of Biraili is 223101.
What is the population of Biraili?
Biraili had a total population of 1,654, including 866 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Biraili?
Biraili had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biraili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biraili was 69.62%. Male literacy was 80.05% and female literacy was 58.13%.