Kishunpur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Kishunpur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Shahmau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishunpur is 200158. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.83 hectares and falls under the 223102 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kishunpur 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 Kishunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kishunpur village had a total population of 785 people, including 405 males and 380 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.49%, with male literacy at 89.89% and female literacy at 72.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 785 | 405 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 90 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 320 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 85 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Kishunpur
Kishunpur 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 Kishunpur
Public transport in the Kishunpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kishunpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Kishunpur is about 54 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 Kishunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kishunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishunpur 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 Kishunpur
Where is Kishunpur located?
Kishunpur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kishunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishunpur is Shahmau.
What is the pincode of Kishunpur?
The pincode of Kishunpur is 223102.
What is the population of Kishunpur?
Kishunpur had a total population of 785, including 405 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Kishunpur?
Kishunpur had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kishunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishunpur was 81.49%. Male literacy was 89.89% and female literacy was 72.42%.