Torkapur
Torkapur is a village located in Bilhaur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Bilhaur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kanpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Maharaj Nagar is the gram panchayat of Torkapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Torkapur unique in its vibrant Bilhaur-Kanpur Nagar region. You’ll see Torkapur’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 Torkapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Torkapur is 150164. The village spans a total geographical area of 21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 208004. Kanpur Nagar is nearest town to Torkapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Torkapur
Population of Torkapur
According to the 2011 Census, Torkapur has a total population of about 279, with approximately 156 males and 123 females. The sex ratio is around 788 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 126 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 76.34%, with male literacy at about 81.41% and female literacy near 69.92%. There are around 56 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Torkapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 156 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 71 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 213 | 127 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 29 | 37 |
Connectivity of Torkapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Torkapur. As per the 2011 stats, Torkapur 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Torkapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Torkapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Torkapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Torkapur
- Where is Torkapur located?
- Torkapur village is situated in Bilhaur Tehsil, within the Kanpur Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Torkapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Torkapur is Maharaj Nagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Torkapur?
- The pincode of Torkapur is 208004, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Torkapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Torkapur is 279, with 156 males and 123 females.
- How many households are there in Torkapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Torkapur village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Torkapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Torkapur is 76.34%. The male literacy rate is 81.41%, while the female literacy rate is 69.92%.