Sentakhera - Tanda, Rampur
Sentakhera is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sentakhera Tanda and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rampur Sentakhera. Sentakhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sentakhera is 116577. The village covers a total geographical area of 1617.44 hectares and falls under the 244925 pincode. Tanda is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sentakhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sentakhera
As per Census 2011, Sentakhera village has a total population of 8,637 people, consisting of 4,559 males and 4,078 females. The village has 1,453 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,676 literate and 4,961 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,766 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sentakhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,637 | 4,559 | 4,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,461 | 769 | 692 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,766 | 1,974 | 1,792 |
| Literate Population | 3,676 | 2,313 | 1,363 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,961 | 2,246 | 2,715 |
Nearby Villages of Sentakhera
Sentakhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhakka Naglia | South | 1.40 km |
| Sayeednagar Tanda | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Abbas Nagar Tanda | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Nawab Nagar Tanda | North | 2.06 km |
| Milak Bhawanipur | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Sandu Kamajra | West | 2.40 km |
| Milak Nai Bibi | East | 2.56 km |
| Faijulla Nagar | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Sikandrabad | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Manpur Chapat | West | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sentakhera
Public transport in the Sentakhera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jalpur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanda to Sentakhera is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rampur Sentakhera to Sentakhera is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sentakhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sentakhera 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sentakhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sentakhera 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 Sentakhera
Where is Sentakhera located?
Sentakhera village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sentakhera?
Sentakhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sentakhera?
The pincode of Sentakhera is 244925.
What is the population of Sentakhera?
Sentakhera has a total population of 8,637, including 4,559 males and 4,078 females.
How many households are there in Sentakhera?
There are 1,453 households in Sentakhera.
What is the literacy rate in Sentakhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sentakhera is 42.56%. Male literacy is 50.73% and female literacy is 33.42%.