Tandwa Khas - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Tandwa Khas is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Tandawa Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tandwa Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tandwa Khas is 196060. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.58 hectares and falls under the 276123 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Tandwa Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tandwa Khas
As per Census 2011, Tandwa Khas village has a total population of 2,569 people, consisting of 1,236 males and 1,333 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,486 literate and 1,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 839 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tandwa Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,569 | 1,236 | 1,333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 210 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 839 | 405 | 434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,486 | 827 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,083 | 409 | 674 |
Nearby Villages of Tandwa Khas
Tandwa Khas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Husanpur | South-East | 0.76 km |
| Mainpur | North-East | 0.80 km |
| Ismailpur | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Merukpur | North | 1.03 km |
| Jaichandpur | North | 1.23 km |
| Horilpur | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Radhapur | South | 1.67 km |
| Bahorikpur | West | 1.83 km |
| Chaimalpah | North | 1.89 km |
| Paliwar | South-West | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tandwa Khas
Tandwa Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hurmujpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Azamgarh to Tandwa Khas is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tandwa Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tandwa Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tandwa Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tandwa Khas 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tandwa Khas
Where is Tandwa Khas located?
Tandwa Khas village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tandwa Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Tandwa Khas is Tandawa Khas.
What is the pincode of Tandwa Khas?
The pincode of Tandwa Khas is 276123.
What is the population of Tandwa Khas?
Tandwa Khas has a total population of 2,569, including 1,236 males and 1,333 females.
How many households are there in Tandwa Khas?
There are 416 households in Tandwa Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Tandwa Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tandwa Khas is 57.84%. Male literacy is 66.91% and female literacy is 49.44%.