Tekari - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Tekari is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Tekari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekari is 201472. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.34 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Machhlishahr is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Tekari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Machhlishahr Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Tekari
As per Census 2011, Tekari village has a total population of 2,192 people, consisting of 1,077 males and 1,115 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,319 literate and 873 illiterate residents. Additionally, 522 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tekari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,192 | 1,077 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 213 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 266 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 741 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 336 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Tekari
Tekari 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 Tekari
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tekari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Machhlishahr to Tekari is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Tekari is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekari 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tekari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekari 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 Tekari
Where is Tekari located?
Tekari village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tekari?
Tekari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tekari?
The pincode of Tekari is 222143.
What is the population of Tekari?
Tekari has a total population of 2,192, including 1,077 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Tekari?
There are 311 households in Tekari.
What is the literacy rate in Tekari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekari is 60.17%. Male literacy is 68.80% and female literacy is 51.84%.