Meerapur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Meerapur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Meerapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerapur is 200583. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.87 hectares and falls under the 223104 pincode. Jounpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Meerapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaunpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Meerapur
According to the 2011 Census, Meerapur village had a total population of 1,938 people, including 937 males and 1,001 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.16%, with male literacy at 83.38% and female literacy at 56.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 503.
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 | 1,938 | 937 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 149 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 228 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,137 | 657 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 280 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Meerapur
Meerapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahnapur | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Molnapur | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Nagahti | North | 1.12 km |
| Hindi Baghaila | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Salahadipur | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Chak Kutavan | North | 1.71 km |
| Chhataura | East | 1.81 km |
| Narauli | West | 1.86 km |
| Burhapur | North | 1.92 km |
| Basti Bandgan | North-East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meerapur
Meerapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manikalan Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jounpur to Meerapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Meerapur is about 27 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 Meerapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meerapur 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 Meerapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meerapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meerapur
Where is Meerapur located?
Meerapur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meerapur?
Meerapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meerapur?
The pincode of Meerapur is 223104.
What is the population of Meerapur?
Meerapur had a total population of 1,938, including 937 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Meerapur?
Meerapur had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meerapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerapur was 69.16%. Male literacy was 83.38% and female literacy was 56.07%.