Hamzapur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Hamzapur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Haamzapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hamzapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hamzapur is 200178. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.33 hectares and falls under the 223103 pincode.
Hamzapur 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 Hamzapur
As per Census 2011, Hamzapur village has a total population of 1,263 people, consisting of 582 males and 681 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 1,170 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 667 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hamzapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,263 | 582 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 163 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 345 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 237 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Hamzapur
Hamzapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasikapur | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Khan Barepur | East | 0.76 km |
| Kayam Ganj | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Narwari | East | 1.14 km |
| Koiripur | West | 1.25 km |
| Allipur | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Khalispur | North | 1.51 km |
| Burhupur | North | 1.56 km |
| Dehari | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Bagharwara | North-West | 1.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hamzapur
Public transport in the Hamzapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shahganj Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jaunpur to Hamzapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hamzapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hamzapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hamzapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hamzapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hamzapur
Where is Hamzapur located?
Hamzapur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hamzapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hamzapur is Haamzapur.
What is the pincode of Hamzapur?
The pincode of Hamzapur is 223103.
What is the population of Hamzapur?
Hamzapur has a total population of 1,263, including 582 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Hamzapur?
There are 194 households in Hamzapur.
What is the literacy rate in Hamzapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hamzapur is 52.81%. Male literacy is 59.28% and female literacy is 47.28%.