Saidpur - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Saidpur is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Saidpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saidpur is 194897. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.24 hectares and falls under the 223222 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saidpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saidpur
As per Census 2011, Saidpur village has a total population of 2,333 people, consisting of 1,136 males and 1,197 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,321 literate and 1,012 illiterate residents. Additionally, 538 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saidpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,333 | 1,136 | 1,197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 234 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 240 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 1,321 | 712 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,012 | 424 | 588 |
Nearby Villages of Saidpur
Saidpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishekha | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Kukuri Pur | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Hajipur Kudarat | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Hamaja Pur | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Jafarpur Kathkan | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Sher Jahanpur | North | 1.97 km |
| Khan Jahanpur | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Karauja | East | 2.02 km |
| Palia Mafi | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Nausajhia | North | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saidpur
Saidpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khanja Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.7 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Saidpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Saidpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saidpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saidpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saidpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saidpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saidpur
Where is Saidpur located?
Saidpur village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saidpur?
Saidpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saidpur?
The pincode of Saidpur is 223222.
What is the population of Saidpur?
Saidpur has a total population of 2,333, including 1,136 males and 1,197 females.
How many households are there in Saidpur?
There are 333 households in Saidpur.
What is the literacy rate in Saidpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saidpur is 56.62%. Male literacy is 62.68% and female literacy is 50.88%.