Tekwar
Tekwar is a village located in Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. Gorakhpur and Khajni are the district & sub-district headquarters of Tekwar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Tekwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tekwar unique in its vibrant Khajni-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Tekwar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tekwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tekwar is 186979. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.29 hectares. Khajni is nearest town to Tekwar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Tekwar
Population of Tekwar
According to the 2011 Census, Tekwar has a total population of about 1,744, with approximately 927 males and 817 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 298 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.58%, with male literacy at about 77.13% and female literacy near 63.16%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tekwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,744 | 927 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 129 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 168 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,231 | 715 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 212 | 301 |
Connectivity of Tekwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tekwar. As per the 2011 stats, Tekwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Tekwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Tekwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tekwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tekwar
- Where is Tekwar located?
- Tekwar village is situated in Khajni Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tekwar?
- Tekwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Tekwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tekwar is 1,744, with 927 males and 817 females.
- How many households are there in Tekwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tekwar village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tekwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tekwar is 70.58%. The male literacy rate is 77.13%, while the female literacy rate is 63.16%.