Hanswar - Tanda, Ambedkar Nagar
Hanswar is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tanda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Hanswar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanswar is 167261. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.44 hectares and falls under the 224143 pincode. Tanda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Hanswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tanda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hanswar
As per Census 2011, Hanswar village has a total population of 16,006 people, consisting of 8,122 males and 7,884 females. The village has 2,256 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,464 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,311 literate and 5,695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,981 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,006 | 8,122 | 7,884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,464 | 1,241 | 1,223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,981 | 1,539 | 1,442 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 10,311 | 5,637 | 4,674 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,695 | 2,485 | 3,210 |
Nearby Villages of Hanswar
Hanswar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Daudpur | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Chak Katokhar | South | 1.34 km |
| Singhpur | South | 1.42 km |
| Shamsuddin Pur | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Katokhar | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Fatehnoor Pur | North | 2.00 km |
| Chak Akbarpur | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Barhi Aidilpur | West | 2.11 km |
| Miyanpur Kaitholi | West | 2.26 km |
| Jainuddin Pur | North-East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hanswar
Hanswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jafarganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanda to Hanswar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Hanswar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hanswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hanswar
Where is Hanswar located?
Hanswar village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanswar?
Hanswar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hanswar?
The pincode of Hanswar is 224143.
What is the population of Hanswar?
Hanswar has a total population of 16,006, including 8,122 males and 7,884 females.
How many households are there in Hanswar?
There are 2,256 households in Hanswar.
What is the literacy rate in Hanswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanswar is 64.42%. Male literacy is 69.40% and female literacy is 59.28%.