Danapur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Danapur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Danapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danapur is 200196. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.5 hectares and falls under the 222139 pincode.
Danapur 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 Danapur
According to the 2011 Census, Danapur village had a total population of 1,336 people, including 641 males and 695 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.87%, with male literacy at 82.71% and female literacy at 60.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 514.
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 | 1,336 | 641 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 103 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 250 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 810 | 445 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 196 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Danapur
Danapur 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 Danapur
Danapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Danapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jaunpur to Danapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danapur 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 Danapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Danapur
Where is Danapur located?
Danapur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danapur?
Danapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Danapur?
The pincode of Danapur is 222139.
What is the population of Danapur?
Danapur had a total population of 1,336, including 641 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Danapur?
Danapur had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danapur was 70.87%. Male literacy was 82.71% and female literacy was 60.33%.