Jainpur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Jainpur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Jainpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jainpur is 200089. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.73 hectares and falls under the 223105 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jainpur 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 Jainpur
As per Census 2011, Jainpur village has a total population of 941 people, consisting of 456 males and 485 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jainpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 456 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 181 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 296 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 160 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Jainpur
Jainpur 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 Jainpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jainpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jainpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Jainpur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jainpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jainpur 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 Jainpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jainpur 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 Jainpur
Where is Jainpur located?
Jainpur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jainpur?
Jainpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jainpur?
The pincode of Jainpur is 223105.
What is the population of Jainpur?
Jainpur has a total population of 941, including 456 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Jainpur?
There are 153 households in Jainpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jainpur is 58.24%. Male literacy is 64.91% and female literacy is 51.96%.