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
According to the 2011 Census, Tohfapur village had a total population of 1,901 people, including 937 males and 964 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.75%, with male literacy at 79.48% and female literacy at 50.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 921.
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 | 1,901 | 937 | 964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 123 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 442 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,901, including 937 males and 964 females.
How many households are there in Tohfapur?
Tohfapur had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tohfapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tohfapur was 64.75%. Male literacy was 79.48% and female literacy was 50.12%.