Tilsara - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Tilsara is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Tilsara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilsara is 203741. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.18 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Tilsara 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 Tilsara
As per Census 2011, Tilsara village has a total population of 1,215 people, consisting of 650 males and 565 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 602 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilsara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,215 | 650 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 110 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 44 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 602 | 390 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 260 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Tilsara
Tilsara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darana | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Birapah | East | 1.21 km |
| Buddhpur | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Parava | West | 1.67 km |
| Gurna | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Tiara | North | 1.76 km |
| Dhurehra | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Kharagpur | East | 1.88 km |
| Chak Niyava | South | 2.05 km |
| Dayalpur | South | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilsara
Tilsara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dullahapur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Tilsara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilsara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tilsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilsara 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 Tilsara
Where is Tilsara located?
Tilsara village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilsara?
Tilsara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tilsara?
The pincode of Tilsara is 275204.
What is the population of Tilsara?
Tilsara has a total population of 1,215, including 650 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Tilsara?
There are 173 households in Tilsara.
What is the literacy rate in Tilsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilsara is 49.55%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 37.52%.