Tajpur - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Tajpur is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Tajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tajpur is 207129. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.42 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Tajpur 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 Tajpur
As per Census 2011, Tajpur village has a total population of 3,809 people, consisting of 1,998 males and 1,811 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 650 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,347 literate and 1,462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,092 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,809 | 1,998 | 1,811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 650 | 336 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,092 | 582 | 510 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,347 | 1,446 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,462 | 552 | 910 |
Nearby Villages of Tajpur
Tajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parasrampur | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Mohanpur | East | 0.90 km |
| Khedar | North | 0.98 km |
| Tendvi | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Sarehuakurd | West | 1.32 km |
| Kakarhati | North | 1.45 km |
| Bathawar | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Dharukpur | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Dariyapur | South | 2.02 km |
| Kharehara | North | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tajpur
Tajpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kuchman, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Tajpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Tajpur is about 13 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 Tajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tajpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tajpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tajpur
Where is Tajpur located?
Tajpur village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tajpur?
Tajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tajpur?
The pincode of Tajpur is 232109.
What is the population of Tajpur?
Tajpur has a total population of 3,809, including 1,998 males and 1,811 females.
How many households are there in Tajpur?
There are 577 households in Tajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Tajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tajpur is 61.62%. Male literacy is 72.37% and female literacy is 49.75%.