Itwan - Tahrauli, Jhansi
Itwan is a village situated in the Tahrauli tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrauli and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Itwan Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Itwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itwan is 152491. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.12 hectares and falls under the 284121 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Itwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mauranipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Itwan
According to the 2011 Census, Itwan village had a total population of 534 people, including 302 males and 232 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 768 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.60%, with male literacy at 80.39% and female literacy at 44.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 327.
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 | 534 | 302 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 184 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 205 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 97 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Itwan
Itwan 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 Itwan
Public transport in the Itwan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhansi to Itwan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Itwan is about 37 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 Itwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Itwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Itwan
Where is Itwan located?
Itwan village is located in Tahrauli Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Itwan is Itwan Khurd.
What is the pincode of Itwan?
The pincode of Itwan is 284121.
What is the population of Itwan?
Itwan had a total population of 534, including 302 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Itwan?
Itwan had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itwan was 64.60%. Male literacy was 80.39% and female literacy was 44.16%.