Takha
Takha is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Takha Poorab is the gram panchayat of Takha village.
Here you can discover what makes Takha unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Takha’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 Takha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Takha is 200216. The village spans a total geographical area of 544.2 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Takha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Takha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Takha
Population of Takha
According to the 2011 Census, Takha has a total population of about 4,367, with approximately 2,199 males and 2,168 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 756 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,311 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.24%, with male literacy at about 63.94% and female literacy near 48.43%. There are around 616 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Takha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,367 | 2,199 | 2,168 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 756 | 380 | 376 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,311 | 654 | 657 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,456 | 1,406 | 1,050 |
Illiterate Population | 1,911 | 793 | 1,118 |
Connectivity of Takha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Takha. As per the 2011 stats, Takha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Takha
Knowing the nearby villages of Takha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Takha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Takha
- Where is Takha located?
- Takha village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Takha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Takha is Takha Poorab (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Takha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Takha is 4,367, with 2,199 males and 2,168 females.
- How many households are there in Takha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Takha village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Takha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Takha is 56.24%. The male literacy rate is 63.94%, while the female literacy rate is 48.43%.