Gafoor Pura - Aligarh, Tonk
Gafoor Pura is a village situated in the Aligarh tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from Uniara and around 63 km from Tonk. Rijoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gafoor Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gafoor Pura is 093617. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.33 hectares and falls under the 304023 pincode. Sawai Madhopur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gafoor Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli - uniara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gafoor Pura
As per Census 2011, Gafoor Pura village has a total population of 433 people, consisting of 212 males and 221 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 429 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gafoor Pura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 433 | 212 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 210 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 134 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 78 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Gafoor Pura
Gafoor Pura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachali | West | 1.39 km |
| Rinjoda | South | 1.91 km |
| Mui | East | 1.96 km |
| Pachala | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Madanpura | North | 3.38 km |
| Ateekpura | West | 3.63 km |
| Bagawda | South | 4.17 km |
| Peepalwara | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Juwar | East | 5.11 km |
| Jaisapura | North | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gafoor Pura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gafoor Pura. The nearest railway station is Kushtala, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawai Madhopur to Gafoor Pura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Gafoor Pura is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gafoor Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gafoor Pura 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gafoor Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gafoor Pura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gafoor Pura
Where is Gafoor Pura located?
Gafoor Pura village is located in Aligarh Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gafoor Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gafoor Pura is Rijoda.
What is the pincode of Gafoor Pura?
The pincode of Gafoor Pura is 304023.
What is the population of Gafoor Pura?
Gafoor Pura has a total population of 433, including 212 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Gafoor Pura?
There are 86 households in Gafoor Pura.
What is the literacy rate in Gafoor Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gafoor Pura is 42.49%. Male literacy is 63.21% and female literacy is 22.62%.