Khetapur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Khetapur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Khetapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetapur is 200044. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.19 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Khetapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Khetapur
According to the 2011 Census, Khetapur village had a total population of 836 people, including 419 males and 417 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.15%, with male literacy at 86.92% and female literacy at 67.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 836 | 419 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 319 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 100 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Khetapur
Khetapur 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 Khetapur
Khetapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khetapur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Khetapur is about 57 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 Khetapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetapur 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 Khetapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetapur 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 Khetapur
Where is Khetapur located?
Khetapur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khetapur?
Khetapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khetapur?
The pincode of Khetapur is 223101.
What is the population of Khetapur?
Khetapur had a total population of 836, including 419 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Khetapur?
Khetapur had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetapur was 77.15%. Male literacy was 86.92% and female literacy was 67.31%.