Tilsarha - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Tilsarha is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Tilsarha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilsarha is 150611. The village covers a total geographical area of 709.31 hectares and falls under the 209308 pincode. Ghatampur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tilsarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilsarha
As per Census 2011, Tilsarha village has a total population of 4,342 people, consisting of 2,317 males and 2,025 females. The village has 855 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 547 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,904 literate and 1,438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilsarha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,342 | 2,317 | 2,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 547 | 309 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,245 | 652 | 593 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,904 | 1,696 | 1,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,438 | 621 | 817 |
Nearby Villages of Tilsarha
Tilsarha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunwarpur | West | 1.72 km |
| Kewadiya | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Tejpur | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Barnao | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Siromanpur | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Balaha Para Kalan | South | 3.18 km |
| Nandna | West | 3.62 km |
| Narsinghpur | East | 3.64 km |
| Patara | East | 3.84 km |
| Kathetha | South-West | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilsarha
Tilsarha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Patara, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatampur to Tilsarha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Tilsarha is about 40 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 Tilsarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilsarha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tilsarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilsarha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tilsarha
Where is Tilsarha located?
Tilsarha village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilsarha?
Tilsarha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tilsarha?
The pincode of Tilsarha is 209308.
What is the population of Tilsarha?
Tilsarha has a total population of 4,342, including 2,317 males and 2,025 females.
How many households are there in Tilsarha?
There are 855 households in Tilsarha.
What is the literacy rate in Tilsarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilsarha is 66.88%. Male literacy is 73.20% and female literacy is 59.65%.