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
According to the 2011 Census, Jainpur village had a total population of 941 people, including 456 males and 485 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.16%, with male literacy at 77.28% and female literacy at 59.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 399.
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 | 941 | 456 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 181 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 941, including 456 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Jainpur?
Jainpur had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jainpur was 68.16%. Male literacy was 77.28% and female literacy was 59.86%.