Talhvapur - Harraiya, Basti
Talhvapur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Talhwarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talhvapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talhvapur is 179116. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.68 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Talhvapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talhvapur
According to the 2011 Census, Talhvapur village had a total population of 777 people, including 392 males and 385 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.85%, with male literacy at 71.04% and female literacy at 52.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 777 | 392 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 233 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 159 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Talhvapur
Talhvapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamauna | North-East | 0.86 km |
| Khanwa Kunwar | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Barahpur Kaji | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Padari Babu | West | 1.11 km |
| Parsu Rampur | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Judhaipur | East | 1.42 km |
| Suraila | East | 1.48 km |
| Darrupur | North | 1.59 km |
| Arjanipur | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Bankatava | North | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talhvapur
Talhvapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S Narayan Chpla, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Talhvapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Talhvapur is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talhvapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talhvapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talhvapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talhvapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talhvapur
Where is Talhvapur located?
Talhvapur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Talhvapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Talhvapur is Talhwarpur.
What is the pincode of Talhvapur?
The pincode of Talhvapur is 272130.
What is the population of Talhvapur?
Talhvapur had a total population of 777, including 392 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Talhvapur?
Talhvapur had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talhvapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talhvapur was 61.85%. Male literacy was 71.04% and female literacy was 52.48%.