Tekapur - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Tekapur is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Daina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tekapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekapur is 207260. The village falls under the 232108 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tekapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Tekapur
According to the 2011 Census, Tekapur village had a total population of 548 people, including 287 males and 261 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.00%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 70.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149.
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 | 548 | 287 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 39 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 223 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 64 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Tekapur
Tekapur 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 Tekapur
Public transport in the Tekapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Tekapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Tekapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Tekapur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tekapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Tekapur
Where is Tekapur located?
Tekapur village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tekapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tekapur is Daina.
What is the pincode of Tekapur?
The pincode of Tekapur is 232108.
What is the population of Tekapur?
Tekapur had a total population of 548, including 287 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Tekapur?
Tekapur had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tekapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekapur was 81.00%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 70.48%.