Sakhuapur - Rasra, Ballia
Sakhuapur is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Dehri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakhuapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakhuapur is 198431. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.78 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode.
Sakhuapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakhuapur
As per Census 2011, Sakhuapur village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 167 males and 144 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakhuapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 167 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 118 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 49 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Sakhuapur
Sakhuapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakulha | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Firozpur | East | 1.50 km |
| Baijalpur | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Savrupur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Kothwa | South | 1.77 km |
| Mirzapur | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Khirouli | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Dehri | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Lohawar | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Sardilpur | West | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakhuapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sakhuapur. The nearest railway station is Rasra, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Sakhuapur 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 Sakhuapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakhuapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sakhuapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakhuapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sakhuapur
Where is Sakhuapur located?
Sakhuapur village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhuapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakhuapur is Dehri.
What is the pincode of Sakhuapur?
The pincode of Sakhuapur is 221712.
What is the population of Sakhuapur?
Sakhuapur has a total population of 311, including 167 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Sakhuapur?
There are 60 households in Sakhuapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhuapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakhuapur is 55.95%. Male literacy is 70.66% and female literacy is 38.89%.