Afjalpur Shanton - Sirathu, Kaushambi
Afjalpur Shanton is a village situated in the Sirathu tehsil of Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirathu and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Manjhanpur. Afjalpur Shanton village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afjalpur Shanton is 159887. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.5 hectares and falls under the 212217 pincode.
Afjalpur Shanton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirathu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Afjalpur Shanton
According to the 2011 Census, Afjalpur Shanton village had a total population of 5,502 people, including 2,899 males and 2,603 females, living in 959 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.18%, with male literacy at 68.12% and female literacy at 46.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,220.
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 | 5,502 | 2,899 | 2,603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 861 | 430 | 431 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,220 | 627 | 593 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,700 | 1,682 | 1,018 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,802 | 1,217 | 1,585 |
Nearby Villages of Afjalpur Shanton
Afjalpur Shanton 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 Shaton Khateeb | West | 0.85 km |
| Chak Shaton Ajimuddeen | East | 0.92 km |
| Nijammay | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Kanthuwa | East | 1.76 km |
| Rasheedmay | South | 1.81 km |
| Sultanpur Kashar | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Afjalpur Shaton Kachhar | North | 2.01 km |
| Gonda Aureni | South | 2.01 km |
| Daulatpur Kashar | West | 2.02 km |
| Rahimapur Kashar | North-West | 2.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Afjalpur Shanton
Afjalpur Shanton is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pariawan Kalakankar Road, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| 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 Manjhanpur to Afjalpur Shanton 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 Afjalpur Shanton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afjalpur Shanton 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Afjalpur Shanton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afjalpur Shanton village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Afjalpur Shanton
Where is Afjalpur Shanton located?
Afjalpur Shanton village is located in Sirathu Tehsil, Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Afjalpur Shanton?
Afjalpur Shanton is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Afjalpur Shanton?
The pincode of Afjalpur Shanton is 212217.
What is the population of Afjalpur Shanton?
Afjalpur Shanton had a total population of 5,502, including 2,899 males and 2,603 females.
How many households are there in Afjalpur Shanton?
Afjalpur Shanton had 959 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afjalpur Shanton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afjalpur Shanton was 58.18%. Male literacy was 68.12% and female literacy was 46.87%.