Thakurapur - Tulsipur, Balrampur
Thakurapur is a village situated in the Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tulsipur and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Thakurapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakurapur is 173459. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.77 hectares and falls under the 271205 pincode. Tulsipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Thakurapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tulsipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thakurapur
According to the 2011 Census, Thakurapur village had a total population of 1,490 people, including 754 males and 736 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.70%, with male literacy at 63.17% and female literacy at 31.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 183.
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 | 1,490 | 754 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 135 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 391 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 363 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Thakurapur
Thakurapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thakurapur
Thakurapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Thakurapur.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tulsipur to Thakurapur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Thakurapur is about 23 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 Thakurapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakurapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thakurapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakurapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thakurapur
Where is Thakurapur located?
Thakurapur village is located in Tulsipur Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakurapur?
Thakurapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thakurapur?
The pincode of Thakurapur is 271205.
What is the population of Thakurapur?
Thakurapur had a total population of 1,490, including 754 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Thakurapur?
Thakurapur had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thakurapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakurapur was 47.70%. Male literacy was 63.17% and female literacy was 31.14%.