Thegipur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Thegipur 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 64 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Thegi Pratappur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thegipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thegipur is 167699. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.92 hectares and falls under the 224137 pincode. Atrauliya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Thegipur 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 Thegipur
According to the 2011 Census, Thegipur village had a total population of 781 people, including 389 males and 392 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.81%, with male literacy at 88.06% and female literacy at 63.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 781 | 389 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 75 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 295 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 94 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Thegipur
Thegipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Bax | East | 0.69 km |
| Kuraw | South-West | 0.72 km |
| Loharaw | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Bhatpurwa | North | 0.99 km |
| Nathamalpur Hetharia | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Jogindapur | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Govardhanpur Shukl | West | 1.48 km |
| Allipur Berji | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Bhupatpur Kondaraha | North | 1.50 km |
| Personpur | South-West | 1.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thegipur
Thegipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khorason Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atrauliya to Thegipur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Thegipur is about 64 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 Thegipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thegipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thegipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thegipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thegipur
Where is Thegipur located?
Thegipur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thegipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thegipur is Thegi Pratappur.
What is the pincode of Thegipur?
The pincode of Thegipur is 224137.
What is the population of Thegipur?
Thegipur had a total population of 781, including 389 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Thegipur?
Thegipur had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thegipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thegipur was 75.81%. Male literacy was 88.06% and female literacy was 63.85%.