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.

Takha has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Takha

Below is a concise population overview of Takha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Takha village:

  • The total population of Takha village is around 4,367, including approximately 2,199 males and 2,168 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 756 children aged 0–6 years in Takha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Takha village has 1,311 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Takha village is about 56.24%, with male literacy at 63.94% and female literacy at 48.43%.
  • There are around 616 households in Takha village.

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)
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.

Kuriyari Sheorazpur Golhagaor Godila Rasulpur Takha Mariyam Pakhanpur Khanuwai Argoopur Khurd Baragaon Barauna

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%.