Taspur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Taspur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Taspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taspur is 201170. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.29 hectares and falls under the 222202 pincode. Badshahpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Taspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taspur
According to the 2011 Census, Taspur village had a total population of 819 people, including 423 males and 396 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.30%, with male literacy at 83.60% and female literacy at 55.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 512.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 819 | 423 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 51 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 268 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 311 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 112 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Taspur
Taspur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Taspur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Taspur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Taspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Badshahpur to Taspur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Taspur 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 Taspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Taspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Taspur
Where is Taspur located?
Taspur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taspur?
Taspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taspur?
The pincode of Taspur is 222202.
What is the population of Taspur?
Taspur had a total population of 819, including 423 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Taspur?
Taspur had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taspur was 70.30%. Male literacy was 83.60% and female literacy was 55.52%.