Shafipur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Shafipur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Rudhaauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shafipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shafipur is 200293. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.58 hectares and falls under the 222139 pincode. Khetasaray is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shafipur 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 Shafipur
According to the 2011 Census, Shafipur village had a total population of 532 people, including 280 males and 252 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.58%, with male literacy at 91.70% and female literacy at 80.80%.
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 | 532 | 280 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 232 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 48 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Shafipur
Shafipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Goharia | East | 0.89 km |
| Kalapur | West | 1.24 km |
| Khudauli | North | 1.33 km |
| Kanwariya | East | 1.44 km |
| Ahiro Parshuraampur | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Kothi Tara | South | 1.59 km |
| Jamin Rudhauli | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Chakmaroof Pur | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Bisva Taluka Rudhauli | South | 1.90 km |
| Mainuddinpur | North-East | 1.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shafipur
Shafipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kheta Sarai, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khetasaray to Shafipur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Shafipur is about 30 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 Shafipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shafipur 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 Shafipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shafipur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shafipur
Where is Shafipur located?
Shafipur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shafipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shafipur is Rudhaauli.
What is the pincode of Shafipur?
The pincode of Shafipur is 222139.
What is the population of Shafipur?
Shafipur had a total population of 532, including 280 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Shafipur?
Shafipur had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shafipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shafipur was 86.58%. Male literacy was 91.70% and female literacy was 80.80%.