Lateefpur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Lateefpur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Lateefpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lateefpur is 200330. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.6 hectares and falls under the 222139 pincode. Khetasaray is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Lateefpur 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 Lateefpur
According to the 2011 Census, Lateefpur village had a total population of 982 people, including 480 males and 502 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.44%, with male literacy at 75.39% and female literacy at 46.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 982 | 480 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 21 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 291 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 189 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Lateefpur
Lateefpur 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 Lateefpur
Lateefpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Lateefpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khetasaray to Lateefpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Lateefpur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lateefpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lateefpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lateefpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lateefpur 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 Lateefpur
Where is Lateefpur located?
Lateefpur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lateefpur?
Lateefpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lateefpur?
The pincode of Lateefpur is 222139.
What is the population of Lateefpur?
Lateefpur had a total population of 982, including 480 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Lateefpur?
Lateefpur had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lateefpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lateefpur was 60.44%. Male literacy was 75.39% and female literacy was 46.81%.