Pathraura - Chunar, Mirzapur
Pathraura is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Pathraura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathraura is 212554. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.38 hectares and falls under the 231302 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pathraura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pathraura
As per Census 2011, Pathraura village has a total population of 2,138 people, consisting of 1,134 males and 1,004 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,192 literate and 946 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pathraura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,138 | 1,134 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 224 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 742 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 946 | 392 | 554 |
Nearby Villages of Pathraura
Pathraura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garauri (ct) | North | 0.87 km |
| Araji Sutihar | South | 1.01 km |
| Basawanpur | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Ghurahupur | West | 1.24 km |
| Hazipur | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Sutihar | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Almapur | South | 1.65 km |
| Ibrahimpur | North | 1.71 km |
| Kazipur | East | 1.73 km |
| Hasapur | North-East | 1.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pathraura
Pathraura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ahraura Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Varanasi to Pathraura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Pathraura is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathraura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathraura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pathraura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathraura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pathraura
Where is Pathraura located?
Pathraura village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathraura?
Pathraura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pathraura?
The pincode of Pathraura is 231302.
What is the population of Pathraura?
Pathraura has a total population of 2,138, including 1,134 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Pathraura?
There are 311 households in Pathraura.
What is the literacy rate in Pathraura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathraura is 55.75%. Male literacy is 65.43% and female literacy is 44.82%.