Saghapur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Saghapur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Sagahapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saghapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saghapur is 167719. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.29 hectares and falls under the 224137 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Saghapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saghapur
As per Census 2011, Saghapur village has a total population of 628 people, consisting of 316 males and 312 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saghapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 628 | 316 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 40 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 135 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 238 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 78 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Saghapur
Saghapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Godalpur | South | 0.84 km |
| Rukmalpur | South-West | 0.87 km |
| Nikaspur | East | 0.91 km |
| Personpur | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Jogindapur | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Kuraw | North | 1.21 km |
| Muwapur | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Kharahra | East | 1.59 km |
| Lalmanpur | South | 1.86 km |
| Atahra | West | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saghapur
Saghapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khorason Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 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 Mahrajganj to Saghapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Saghapur is about 62 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 Saghapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saghapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saghapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saghapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saghapur
Where is Saghapur located?
Saghapur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saghapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saghapur is Sagahapur.
What is the pincode of Saghapur?
The pincode of Saghapur is 224137.
What is the population of Saghapur?
Saghapur has a total population of 628, including 316 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Saghapur?
There are 98 households in Saghapur.
What is the literacy rate in Saghapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saghapur is 60.35%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 45.19%.