Tilakpur - Harraiya, Basti
Tilakpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Tilakpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilakpur is 180269. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.85 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Tilakpur 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 Tilakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Tilakpur village had a total population of 741 people, including 351 males and 390 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.59%, with male literacy at 93.97% and female literacy at 78.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 741 | 351 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 78 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 296 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 55 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Tilakpur
Tilakpur 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 Tilakpur
Tilakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Tilakpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilakpur 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 Tilakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Tilakpur
Where is Tilakpur located?
Tilakpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilakpur?
Tilakpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tilakpur?
The pincode of Tilakpur is 272130.
What is the population of Tilakpur?
Tilakpur had a total population of 741, including 351 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Tilakpur?
Tilakpur had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilakpur was 85.59%. Male literacy was 93.97% and female literacy was 78.06%.