Tilawar - Pindra, Varanasi
Tilawar is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Tilwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilawar is 208530. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.95 hectares and falls under the 221204 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tilawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilawar
According to the 2011 Census, Tilawar village had a total population of 1,489 people, including 734 males and 755 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.84%, with male literacy at 85.95% and female literacy at 58.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221.
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 | 1,489 | 734 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 122 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 111 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 908 | 526 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 208 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Tilawar
Tilawar 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 Tilawar
Tilawar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Tilawar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tilawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilawar
Where is Tilawar located?
Tilawar village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilawar is Tilwar.
What is the pincode of Tilawar?
The pincode of Tilawar is 221204.
What is the population of Tilawar?
Tilawar had a total population of 1,489, including 734 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Tilawar?
Tilawar had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilawar was 71.84%. Male literacy was 85.95% and female literacy was 58.59%.