Takha (West) - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Takha (West) is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Takha Pachchim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takha (West) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takha (West) is 200217. The village covers a total geographical area of 504.59 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Takha (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takha (West)
According to the 2011 Census, Takha (West) village had a total population of 6,319 people, including 3,246 males and 3,073 females, living in 911 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.93%, with male literacy at 79.84% and female literacy at 61.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,166.
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 | 6,319 | 3,246 | 3,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,039 | 538 | 501 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,166 | 1,130 | 1,036 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,745 | 2,162 | 1,583 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,574 | 1,084 | 1,490 |
Nearby Villages of Takha (West)
Takha (West) 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 Takha (West)
Takha (West) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Takha (West).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahganj to Takha (West) is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Takha (West) is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takha (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takha (West) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Takha (West)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takha (West) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Takha (West)
Where is Takha (West) located?
Takha (West) village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takha (West)?
The Gram Panchayat of Takha (West) is Takha Pachchim.
What is the pincode of Takha (West)?
The pincode of Takha (West) is 223101.
What is the population of Takha (West)?
Takha (West) had a total population of 6,319, including 3,246 males and 3,073 females.
How many households are there in Takha (West)?
Takha (West) had 911 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takha (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takha (West) was 70.93%. Male literacy was 79.84% and female literacy was 61.55%.