Juraiyan - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Juraiyan is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Juraiyan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juraiyan is 150803. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.16 hectares and falls under the 209206 pincode. Ghatampur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Juraiyan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juraiyan
According to the 2011 Census, Juraiyan village had a total population of 1,387 people, including 748 males and 639 females, living in 276 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.77%, with male literacy at 74.14% and female literacy at 62.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 623.
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 | 1,387 | 748 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 110 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 623 | 323 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 808 | 473 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 275 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Juraiyan
Juraiyan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaubepur | South | 1.16 km |
| Madanpur | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Muiya | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Bichhipur | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Navedi | South | 2.23 km |
| Behuta | North | 2.34 km |
| Miranpur | East | 2.54 km |
| Chanwar | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Saraiyan | West | 2.68 km |
| Rahti Aima | South-West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Juraiyan
Juraiyan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghatampur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ghatampur to Juraiyan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Juraiyan is about 46 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 Juraiyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juraiyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Juraiyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juraiyan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Juraiyan
Where is Juraiyan located?
Juraiyan village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juraiyan?
Juraiyan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Juraiyan?
The pincode of Juraiyan is 209206.
What is the population of Juraiyan?
Juraiyan had a total population of 1,387, including 748 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Juraiyan?
Juraiyan had 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Juraiyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juraiyan was 68.77%. Male literacy was 74.14% and female literacy was 62.38%.