Gairwah - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Gairwah is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Gairwah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairwah is 200097. The village covers a total geographical area of 1154.11 hectares and falls under the 223103 pincode.
Gairwah 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 Gairwah
As per Census 2011, Gairwah village has a total population of 8,892 people, consisting of 4,487 males and 4,405 females. The village has 1,221 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,345 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,011 literate and 3,881 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gairwah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,892 | 4,487 | 4,405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,345 | 686 | 659 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,116 | 1,113 | 1,003 |
| Literate Population | 5,011 | 2,897 | 2,114 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,881 | 1,590 | 2,291 |
Nearby Villages of Gairwah
Gairwah 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paharapatti | North | 1.48 km |
| Bandhgaon | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Dhuripur | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Gorabari | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Sekhauli | West | 2.35 km |
| Asaitha Patti Baljor | North | 2.67 km |
| Mandwal | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Baraura Khwajapur | North | 2.91 km |
| Khushamadpur | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Tajuddinpur | East | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gairwah
Gairwah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bilwai, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jaunpur to Gairwah 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 Gairwah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairwah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gairwah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairwah 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gairwah
Where is Gairwah located?
Gairwah village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gairwah?
Gairwah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gairwah?
The pincode of Gairwah is 223103.
What is the population of Gairwah?
Gairwah has a total population of 8,892, including 4,487 males and 4,405 females.
How many households are there in Gairwah?
There are 1,221 households in Gairwah.
What is the literacy rate in Gairwah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairwah is 56.35%. Male literacy is 64.56% and female literacy is 47.99%.