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
As per Census 2011, Meerapur village has a total population of 1,938 people, consisting of 937 males and 1,001 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,137 literate and 801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meerapur are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,938, including 937 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Meerapur?
There are 303 households in Meerapur.
What is the literacy rate in Meerapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerapur is 58.67%. Male literacy is 70.12% and female literacy is 47.95%.