Kukurgarhi - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Kukurgarhi is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Pura Sambhal Shah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukurgarhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukurgarhi is 200063. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 223105 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kukurgarhi 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.
Nearby Villages of Kukurgarhi
Kukurgarhi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mayari | West | 0.65 km |
| Amari | North | 0.89 km |
| Pura Sambhal Shah | East | 0.99 km |
| Piparaul | South | 1.31 km |
| Parmapur | West | 1.49 km |
| Misirpur | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Junedpur | West | 1.51 km |
| Rahimapur | North | 1.90 km |
| Chiliram | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Poorabechu | West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kukurgarhi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kukurgarhi. The nearest railway station is Bilwai, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Kukurgarhi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Kukurgarhi is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukurgarhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukurgarhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kukurgarhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukurgarhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kukurgarhi
Where is Kukurgarhi located?
Kukurgarhi village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukurgarhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukurgarhi is Pura Sambhal Shah.
What is the pincode of Kukurgarhi?
The pincode of Kukurgarhi is 223105.