Tekanpur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Tekanpur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Kamrouli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tekanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekanpur is 197936. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.4 hectares and falls under the 221711 pincode. Belthra Road is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Tekanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tekanpur
As per Census 2011, Tekanpur village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 66 males and 67 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tekanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 41 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 25 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Tekanpur
Tekanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitouna | West | 0.70 km |
| Kamrouli | South | 1.09 km |
| Chitauni | South | 1.21 km |
| Dulesar | East | 1.39 km |
| Belaspur | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Doli | East | 1.40 km |
| Kaithi Khatimpur | North | 1.44 km |
| Nanoura | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Govapar | West | 1.73 km |
| Surjipur | North-West | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tekanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tekanpur. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthra Road to Tekanpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Tekanpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tekanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tekanpur
Where is Tekanpur located?
Tekanpur village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tekanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tekanpur is Kamrouli.
What is the pincode of Tekanpur?
The pincode of Tekanpur is 221711.
What is the population of Tekanpur?
Tekanpur has a total population of 133, including 66 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Tekanpur?
There are 21 households in Tekanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Tekanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekanpur is 48.87%. Male literacy is 62.12% and female literacy is 35.82%.