Tanda - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Tanda is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Tanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tanda is 203978. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.45 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Sadat R is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Tanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tanda
As per Census 2011, Tanda village has a total population of 1,125 people, consisting of 547 males and 578 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 689 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 528 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,125 | 547 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 93 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 252 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 385 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 162 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Tanda
Tanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baraj | West | 0.80 km |
| Sultanpur | North | 0.86 km |
| Sikndarpur | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Majui | East | 1.33 km |
| Baddhopur | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Doara | South | 1.53 km |
| Dehwan | North | 1.53 km |
| Mubarakpur Hartara | West | 1.64 km |
| Akberpur | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Dilwlpur | South-West | 2.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tanda
Tanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sadat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sadat R to Tanda is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Tanda is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tanda 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 Tanda
Where is Tanda located?
Tanda village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tanda?
Tanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tanda?
The pincode of Tanda is 275204.
What is the population of Tanda?
Tanda has a total population of 1,125, including 547 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Tanda?
There are 185 households in Tanda.
What is the literacy rate in Tanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tanda is 61.24%. Male literacy is 70.38% and female literacy is 52.60%.