Tekuiya - Harraiya, Basti
Tekuiya is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tekuiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekuiya is 179027. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.5 hectares and falls under the 271313 pincode.
Tekuiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tekuiya
As per Census 2011, Tekuiya village has a total population of 421 people, consisting of 218 males and 203 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tekuiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 218 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 126 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 92 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Tekuiya
Tekuiya 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 Tekuiya
Public transport in the Tekuiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Basti to Tekuiya is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekuiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekuiya 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 Tekuiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekuiya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tekuiya
Where is Tekuiya located?
Tekuiya village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tekuiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Tekuiya is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Tekuiya?
The pincode of Tekuiya is 271313.
What is the population of Tekuiya?
Tekuiya has a total population of 421, including 218 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Tekuiya?
There are 67 households in Tekuiya.
What is the literacy rate in Tekuiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekuiya is 50.12%. Male literacy is 57.80% and female literacy is 41.87%.