Saifpur - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Saifpur is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Saifpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saifpur is 206818. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.1 hectares and falls under the 232107 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Saifpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saifpur
As per Census 2011, Saifpur village has a total population of 1,724 people, consisting of 878 males and 846 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,142 literate and 582 illiterate residents. Additionally, 586 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saifpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,724 | 878 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 114 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 316 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,142 | 651 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 227 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Saifpur
Saifpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diya | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Kakarawal | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Gaddochak | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Nadi Nidhaura | West | 2.15 km |
| Chakari Gangwarar | East | 2.28 km |
| Chakeri Upraw | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Deochand Pur | North | 2.43 km |
| Parsahata | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Pakawali | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Sumar Patti | North | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saifpur
Saifpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Taraon, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Saifpur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Saifpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saifpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saifpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saifpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saifpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Saifpur
Where is Saifpur located?
Saifpur village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saifpur?
Saifpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saifpur?
The pincode of Saifpur is 232107.
What is the population of Saifpur?
Saifpur has a total population of 1,724, including 878 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Saifpur?
There are 274 households in Saifpur.
What is the literacy rate in Saifpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saifpur is 66.24%. Male literacy is 74.15% and female literacy is 58.04%.