Jungle Shahpur - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Jungle Shahpur is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padrauna and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Jungle Shahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jungle Shahpur is 188552. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.71 hectares and falls under the 274303 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Jungle Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padrauna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jungle Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Jungle Shahpur village has a total population of 2,877 people, consisting of 1,509 males and 1,368 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,207 literate and 1,670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 886 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jungle Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,877 | 1,509 | 1,368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 254 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 886 | 463 | 423 |
| Literate Population | 1,207 | 756 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,670 | 753 | 917 |
Nearby Villages of Jungle Shahpur
Jungle Shahpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamin Katanwar | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Jungle Hanumanganj | South | 1.73 km |
| Jungle Dharampur | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Janki Nagar | North | 1.98 km |
| Jungle Singa Patti | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Jungle Khirkia | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Gambharia Khurd | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Gambhiria Buzurg | North | 2.18 km |
| Sohrauna | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Jungle Banbirpur | South | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jungle Shahpur
Jungle Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Padrauna, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Jungle Shahpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Jungle Shahpur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jungle Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jungle Shahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jungle Shahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jungle Shahpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jungle Shahpur
Where is Jungle Shahpur located?
Jungle Shahpur village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jungle Shahpur?
Jungle Shahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jungle Shahpur?
The pincode of Jungle Shahpur is 274303.
What is the population of Jungle Shahpur?
Jungle Shahpur has a total population of 2,877, including 1,509 males and 1,368 females.
How many households are there in Jungle Shahpur?
There are 448 households in Jungle Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jungle Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jungle Shahpur is 41.95%. Male literacy is 50.10% and female literacy is 32.97%.