Denua - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Denua is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Denua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Denua is 200056. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.59 hectares and falls under the 223104 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Denua 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 Denua
According to the 2011 Census, Denua village had a total population of 860 people, including 442 males and 418 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.89%, with male literacy at 76.84% and female literacy at 56.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 346.
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 | 860 | 442 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 62 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 178 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 292 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 150 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Denua
Denua 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 Denua
Denua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Denua is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Denua is about 55 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 Denua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Denua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Denua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Denua 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Denua
Where is Denua located?
Denua village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Denua?
Denua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Denua?
The pincode of Denua is 223104.
What is the population of Denua?
Denua had a total population of 860, including 442 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Denua?
Denua had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Denua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Denua was 66.89%. Male literacy was 76.84% and female literacy was 56.13%.