Tohfapur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Tohfapur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Tohfapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tohfapur is 193027. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.35 hectares and falls under the 276121 pincode.
Tohfapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tohfapur
As per Census 2011, Tohfapur village has a total population of 1,901 people, consisting of 937 males and 964 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,058 literate and 843 illiterate residents. Additionally, 921 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tohfapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,901 | 937 | 964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 123 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 442 | 479 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 647 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 290 | 553 |
Nearby Villages of Tohfapur
Tohfapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dewabindwal | North | 0.78 km |
| Chack Jaikishun | East | 1.05 km |
| Pandey Chawar | South | 1.24 km |
| Kadipur M.manpur | East | 1.32 km |
| Khwaja Bindwal | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Gauri | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Bindwal | North | 1.60 km |
| Rampur Hajjam Patti | East | 1.95 km |
| Bhainswara | South | 2.06 km |
| Dharsan | West | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tohfapur
Tohfapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sidhari Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 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 Azamgarh to Tohfapur is about 15 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 Tohfapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tohfapur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tohfapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tohfapur 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 Tohfapur
Where is Tohfapur located?
Tohfapur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tohfapur?
Tohfapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tohfapur?
The pincode of Tohfapur is 276121.
What is the population of Tohfapur?
Tohfapur has a total population of 1,901, including 937 males and 964 females.
How many households are there in Tohfapur?
There are 289 households in Tohfapur.
What is the literacy rate in Tohfapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tohfapur is 55.65%. Male literacy is 69.05% and female literacy is 42.63%.