Tandola - Puranpur, Pilibhit
Tandola is a village situated in the Puranpur tehsil of Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puranpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Pilibhit. Tandola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tandola is 132351. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.43 hectares and falls under the 262122 pincode. Pilibhit is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Tandola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tandola
As per Census 2011, Tandola village has a total population of 1,717 people, consisting of 921 males and 796 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 563 literate and 1,154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tandola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,717 | 921 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 128 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 563 | 339 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,154 | 582 | 572 |
Nearby Villages of Tandola
Tandola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shimbhua | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Raghunathpur J. Sikrahna | East | 1.34 km |
| Gularia | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Murlo Khera | West | 1.67 km |
| Ram Nagar | South | 1.75 km |
| Sunderpur | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Sikrahna | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Bilandpur Ashokpur | West | 2.61 km |
| Tanda | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Bhagautipur | South-West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tandola
Tandola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kurraiya, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.7 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 Pilibhit to Tandola is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pilibhit to Tandola 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 Tandola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tandola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tandola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tandola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tandola
Where is Tandola located?
Tandola village is located in Puranpur Tehsil, Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tandola?
Tandola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tandola?
The pincode of Tandola is 262122.
What is the population of Tandola?
Tandola has a total population of 1,717, including 921 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Tandola?
There are 317 households in Tandola.
What is the literacy rate in Tandola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tandola is 32.79%. Male literacy is 36.81% and female literacy is 28.14%.