Kauriya
Kauriya is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Kauriya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kauriya unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Kauriya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kauriya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kauriya is 200230. The village spans a total geographical area of 265.42 hectares. Shahganj is nearest town to Kauriya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kauriya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kauriya
Population of Kauriya
According to the 2011 Census, Kauriya has a total population of about 4,346, with approximately 2,323 males and 2,023 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 656 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,058 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.01%, with male literacy at about 67.11% and female literacy near 51.85%. There are around 582 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kauriya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,346 | 2,323 | 2,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 656 | 359 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,058 | 576 | 482 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,608 | 1,559 | 1,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,738 | 764 | 974 |
Connectivity of Kauriya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kauriya. As per the 2011 stats, Kauriya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kauriya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kauriya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kauriya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kauriya
- Where is Kauriya located?
- Kauriya village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kauriya?
- Kauriya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kauriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kauriya is 4,346, with 2,323 males and 2,023 females.
- How many households are there in Kauriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kauriya village has a total of 582 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kauriya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kauriya is 60.01%. The male literacy rate is 67.11%, while the female literacy rate is 51.85%.