Takhawan - Jalesar, Etah
Takhawan is a village situated in the Jalesar tehsil of Etah district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalesar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Etah. Takhawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takhawan is 215194. The village covers a total geographical area of 747.86 hectares and falls under the 207302 pincode. Jalesar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Takhawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Takhawan
According to the 2011 Census, Takhawan village had a total population of 3,152 people, including 1,719 males and 1,433 females, living in 504 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.04%, with male literacy at 73.94% and female literacy at 52.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,261.
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 | 3,152 | 1,719 | 1,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 571 | 307 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,261 | 694 | 567 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,653 | 1,044 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,499 | 675 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Takhawan
Takhawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadurpur Kasimpur | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Paharmalpur | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Barasamaspur | West | 2.07 km |
| Saifuddinpur | South | 2.29 km |
| Razanagar | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Jaganpur | South | 2.63 km |
| Shakrauli | East | 2.83 km |
| Rajmalpur Timarua | North | 2.93 km |
| Arazibirhara | North | 2.93 km |
| Badanpur Kazipur | North-East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Takhawan
Takhawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shahanagar Timarua, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalesar to Takhawan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Etah to Takhawan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takhawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takhawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Takhawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takhawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Takhawan
Where is Takhawan located?
Takhawan village is located in Jalesar Tehsil, Etah district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takhawan?
Takhawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Takhawan?
The pincode of Takhawan is 207302.
What is the population of Takhawan?
Takhawan had a total population of 3,152, including 1,719 males and 1,433 females.
How many households are there in Takhawan?
Takhawan had 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takhawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takhawan was 64.04%. Male literacy was 73.94% and female literacy was 52.10%.