Sahnapur

Sahnapur is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Meerapur is the gram panchayat of Sahnapur village.

Here you can discover what makes Sahnapur unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Sahnapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Sahnapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahnapur is 200584. The village spans a total geographical area of 37.95 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Sahnapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sahnapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sahnapur

According to the 2011 Census, Sahnapur has a total population of about 151, with approximately 84 males and 67 females. The sex ratio is around 797 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.21%, with male literacy at about 77.38% and female literacy near 56.72%. There are around 20 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahnapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 151 84 67
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 18 9 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 32 21 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 103 65 38
Illiterate Population 48 19 29

Connectivity of Sahnapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahnapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sahnapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sahnapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Sahnapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahnapur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sahnapur

Where is Sahnapur located?
Sahnapur village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahnapur is Meerapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sahnapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahnapur is 151, with 84 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Sahnapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahnapur village has a total of 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahnapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahnapur is 68.21%. The male literacy rate is 77.38%, while the female literacy rate is 56.72%.