Tilakpur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Tilakpur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Jamalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilakpur is 192569. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.26 hectares and falls under the 276139 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tilakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Tilakpur village had a total population of 151 people, including 75 males and 76 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.48%, with male literacy at 82.54% and female literacy at 51.67%.
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 | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 52 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 23 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Tilakpur
Tilakpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biwipur | South-East | 0.49 km |
| Khanpur Shukl | North | 0.74 km |
| Narayanpur | South-West | 0.74 km |
| Chak Ghuran | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Bhikharipur | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Kazipur | West | 1.25 km |
| Balrampur | East | 1.27 km |
| Kolmodipur | South | 1.39 km |
| Paranpur | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Khan Malpur | East | 1.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilakpur
Tilakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 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 Mahrajganj to Tilakpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Tilakpur is about 40 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 Tilakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tilakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tilakpur
Where is Tilakpur located?
Tilakpur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilakpur is Jamalpur.
What is the pincode of Tilakpur?
The pincode of Tilakpur is 276139.
What is the population of Tilakpur?
Tilakpur had a total population of 151, including 75 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Tilakpur?
Tilakpur had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilakpur was 67.48%. Male literacy was 82.54% and female literacy was 51.67%.