Sakipur - Tarabganj, Gonda
Sakipur is a village situated in the Tarabganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarabganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Sakipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakipur is 175467. The village covers a total geographical area of 1058.17 hectares and falls under the 271309 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sakipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarabganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakipur
As per Census 2011, Sakipur village has a total population of 3,541 people, consisting of 1,857 males and 1,684 females. The village has 512 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 607 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,611 literate and 1,930 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,541 | 1,857 | 1,684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 315 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 173 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 1,611 | 970 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,930 | 887 | 1,043 |
Nearby Villages of Sakipur
Sakipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dant Nagar | West | 2.21 km |
| Gokula | North | 2.23 km |
| Ibrahimpur Dewali Manjha | South | 2.54 km |
| Manglasi Manjha | South | 2.57 km |
| Firozpur Manjha | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Manjha Nidura | South | 4.21 km |
| Chandsuha | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Manglasi Uparhar | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Pure Ambar | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Bangown | North-West | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakipur
Sakipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salarpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gonda to Sakipur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Sakipur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sakipur
Where is Sakipur located?
Sakipur village is located in Tarabganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakipur?
Sakipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakipur?
The pincode of Sakipur is 271309.
What is the population of Sakipur?
Sakipur has a total population of 3,541, including 1,857 males and 1,684 females.
How many households are there in Sakipur?
There are 512 households in Sakipur.
What is the literacy rate in Sakipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakipur is 45.50%. Male literacy is 52.23% and female literacy is 38.06%.