Taharpur - Hasanpur, Amroha
Taharpur is a village situated in the Hasanpur tehsil of Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Hasanpur and around 19 km from Jyotiba Phule Nagar. Taharpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taharpur is 118257. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.84 hectares and falls under the 244241 pincode. Hasanpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Taharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naugawan sadat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amroha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Taharpur village had a total population of 879 people, including 444 males and 435 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.06%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 45.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 879 | 444 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 28 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 336 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 108 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Taharpur
Taharpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bawan Kheri | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Hajipur Bhoor | South | 1.33 km |
| Makanpur Shumali | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Dharangpur | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Bahadarpur Gulam Mohammad Khan | East | 1.70 km |
| Machra Bhagwanpur | West | 1.72 km |
| Jhulpuri | North | 1.76 km |
| Shahpur Urf Bhootkhadedi | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Rajoha | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Doom Khera | South | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taharpur
Taharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahesra, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hasanpur to Taharpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jyotiba Phule Nagar to Taharpur is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taharpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Taharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Taharpur
Where is Taharpur located?
Taharpur village is located in Hasanpur Tehsil, Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taharpur?
Taharpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taharpur?
The pincode of Taharpur is 244241.
What is the population of Taharpur?
Taharpur had a total population of 879, including 444 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Taharpur?
Taharpur had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taharpur was 67.06%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 45.97%.