Tekwar - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Tekwar is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekwar is 186979. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.29 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode.
Tekwar is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tekwar
As per Census 2011, Tekwar village has a total population of 1,744 people, consisting of 927 males and 817 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,231 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tekwar are given below:
| Category | 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,231 | 715 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 212 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Tekwar
Tekwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahaspur | West | 0.53 km |
| Chanchpar | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Beni | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Matiyariya | West | 1.06 km |
| Ratsahi | North | 1.15 km |
| Khotha | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Suhopar | South | 1.31 km |
| Rampur Khurd | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Hardi Urf Jitbankat | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Sujanipur | West | 1.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tekwar
The nearest railway station is Domingarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
FAQs about Tekwar
Where is Tekwar located?
Tekwar village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Tekwar?
The pincode of Tekwar is 273212.
What is the population of Tekwar?
Tekwar has a total population of 1,744, including 927 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Tekwar?
There are 247 households in Tekwar.
What is the literacy rate in Tekwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekwar is 70.58%. Male literacy is 77.13% and female literacy is 63.16%.