Pura Ashalat Khan - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Pura Ashalat Khan is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Pura Ashalat Khan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pura Ashalat Khan is 200060. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.67 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Pura Ashalat Khan 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 Pura Ashalat Khan
As per Census 2011, Pura Ashalat Khan village has a total population of 2,106 people, consisting of 1,057 males and 1,049 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,289 literate and 817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pura Ashalat Khan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,106 | 1,057 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 164 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 55 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,289 | 726 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 331 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Pura Ashalat Khan
Pura Ashalat Khan 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 Pura Ashalat Khan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pura Ashalat Khan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shahganj to Pura Ashalat Khan is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Pura Ashalat Khan is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pura Ashalat Khan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pura Ashalat Khan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pura Ashalat Khan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pura Ashalat Khan 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 Pura Ashalat Khan
Where is Pura Ashalat Khan located?
Pura Ashalat Khan village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pura Ashalat Khan?
Pura Ashalat Khan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pura Ashalat Khan?
The pincode of Pura Ashalat Khan is 223101.
What is the population of Pura Ashalat Khan?
Pura Ashalat Khan has a total population of 2,106, including 1,057 males and 1,049 females.
How many households are there in Pura Ashalat Khan?
There are 296 households in Pura Ashalat Khan.
What is the literacy rate in Pura Ashalat Khan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pura Ashalat Khan is 61.21%. Male literacy is 68.68% and female literacy is 53.67%.