Awajapur - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Awajapur is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Awajapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awajapur is 207067. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.64 hectares and falls under the 232108 pincode.
Awajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awajapur
As per Census 2011, Awajapur village has a total population of 3,426 people, consisting of 1,755 males and 1,671 females. The village has 532 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,304 literate and 1,122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awajapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,426 | 1,755 | 1,671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 241 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,410 | 743 | 667 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 85 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 2,304 | 1,319 | 985 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,122 | 436 | 686 |
Nearby Villages of Awajapur
Awajapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visunpur Kala | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Maheshi | West | 1.43 km |
| Jivanpur | East | 1.50 km |
| Chitawal | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Dedhwaliya | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Dedha Gavan | South | 1.66 km |
| Lokuwa | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Marufapur | West | 2.05 km |
| Gauspur | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Derawal | South-West | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awajapur
Public transport in the Awajapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tulsi Ashram, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chandauli to Awajapur is about 22 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 Awajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awajapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awajapur 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 Awajapur
Where is Awajapur located?
Awajapur village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awajapur?
Awajapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awajapur?
The pincode of Awajapur is 232108.
What is the population of Awajapur?
Awajapur has a total population of 3,426, including 1,755 males and 1,671 females.
How many households are there in Awajapur?
There are 532 households in Awajapur.
What is the literacy rate in Awajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awajapur is 67.25%. Male literacy is 75.16% and female literacy is 58.95%.