Jaunpur district, Administrative district in Varanasi division, India.
The district spans across flat plains with shallow river valleys, intersected by the Gomti and Sai rivers covering eastern Uttar Pradesh region.
The district emerged in 1359 under Firoz Shah Tughlaq's rule, later experiencing significant changes during the Sharqi dynasty and British colonial administration.
The district contains multiple architectural landmarks including the Atala Mosque, Lal Darwaza Mosque, and Jama Masjid, representing Indo-Islamic building styles.
Transportation infrastructure includes four main railway stations and multiple bus terminals, connecting the district to major cities across Uttar Pradesh.
The district records the highest gender ratio in Uttar Pradesh with 1,018 females for every 1,000 males according to the 2011 census.
Location: Varanasi division
Capital city: Jaunpur
Shares border with: Mirzapur district
Website: http://Jaunpur.nic.in
GPS coordinates: 25.75000,82.75000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 12:39
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