Tanda Azam - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Tanda Azam is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Tanda Ajam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tanda Azam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tanda Azam is 055913. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.82 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Kelakhera is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Tanda Azam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tanda Azam
According to the 2011 Census, Tanda Azam village had a total population of 1,520 people, including 774 males and 746 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.03%, with male literacy at 54.15% and female literacy at 39.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 329.
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 | 1,520 | 774 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 148 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 159 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 339 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 435 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Tanda Azam
Tanda Azam 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 Tanda Azam
Tanda Azam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tanda Azam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kelakhera to Tanda Azam is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Tanda Azam is about 30 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 Tanda Azam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tanda Azam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tanda Azam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tanda Azam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tanda Azam
Where is Tanda Azam located?
Tanda Azam village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tanda Azam?
The Gram Panchayat of Tanda Azam is Tanda Ajam.
What is the pincode of Tanda Azam?
The pincode of Tanda Azam is 262401.
What is the population of Tanda Azam?
Tanda Azam had a total population of 1,520, including 774 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Tanda Azam?
Tanda Azam had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tanda Azam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tanda Azam was 47.03%. Male literacy was 54.15% and female literacy was 39.84%.