Minya Chak - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Minya Chak is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Sultanpur Ghughuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minya Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minya Chak is 200428. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.57 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town.
Minya Chak 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 Minya Chak
As per Census 2011, Minya Chak village has a total population of 545 people, consisting of 280 males and 265 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minya Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 280 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 337 | 199 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 81 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Minya Chak
Minya Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sultanpur Ghughuri | North-East | 0.50 km |
| Dhirauli Nankar | South | 1.18 km |
| Kadipur | West | 1.25 km |
| Bansgaon | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Gulamipur | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Firojpur | East | 1.70 km |
| Katka | North | 1.74 km |
| Dehari | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Khartabpur | East | 1.82 km |
| Rahamat | South-East | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minya Chak
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Minya Chak. The nearest railway station is Shahganj Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jaunpur to Minya Chak is about 40 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 Minya Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minya Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Minya Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minya Chak 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 Minya Chak
Where is Minya Chak located?
Minya Chak village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minya Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Minya Chak is Sultanpur Ghughuri.
What is the pincode of Minya Chak?
The pincode of Minya Chak is 223101.
What is the population of Minya Chak?
Minya Chak has a total population of 545, including 280 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Minya Chak?
There are 64 households in Minya Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Minya Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minya Chak is 61.83%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 52.08%.