Achitpur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Achitpur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Achitpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Achitpur is 212653. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.31 hectares and falls under the 231305 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Achitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Achitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Achitpur village had a total population of 1,280 people, including 671 males and 609 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.85%, with male literacy at 70.09% and female literacy at 57.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 379.
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 | 1,280 | 671 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 126 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 206 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 382 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 289 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Achitpur
Achitpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzapur Khurd | North | 0.72 km |
| Hakanipur Khurd | South-West | 0.82 km |
| Mujaffarpur | South-East | 0.94 km |
| Baraipur | South-East | 0.94 km |
| Sikra Mu. Baraipur | South | 1.27 km |
| Hakanipur Kalan | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Puraini | East | 1.37 km |
| Rasul Ganj | North | 1.55 km |
| Naipura Khurd | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Makaipur | South-East | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Achitpur
The nearest railway station is Jeonathpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Achitpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Achitpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Achitpur
Where is Achitpur located?
Achitpur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Achitpur?
Achitpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Achitpur?
The pincode of Achitpur is 231305.
What is the population of Achitpur?
Achitpur had a total population of 1,280, including 671 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Achitpur?
Achitpur had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Achitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Achitpur was 63.85%. Male literacy was 70.09% and female literacy was 57.31%.