Ngahara - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Ngahara is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Khetabpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ngahara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ngahara is 200418. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.36 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ngahara 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 Ngahara
According to the 2011 Census, Ngahara village had a total population of 254 people, including 122 males and 132 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.10%, with male literacy at 65.31% and female literacy at 47.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 254 | 122 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 58 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Ngahara
Ngahara 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 Ngahara
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Ngahara. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ngahara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jaunpur to Ngahara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Ngahara is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ngahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ngahara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ngahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ngahara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ngahara
Where is Ngahara located?
Ngahara village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ngahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ngahara is Khetabpur.
What is the pincode of Ngahara?
The pincode of Ngahara is 223101.
What is the population of Ngahara?
Ngahara had a total population of 254, including 122 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Ngahara?
Ngahara had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ngahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ngahara was 56.10%. Male literacy was 65.31% and female literacy was 47.66%.