Afzalpur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Afzalpur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Telaundha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Afzalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afzalpur is 240188. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Afzalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Afzalpur
As per Census 2011, Afzalpur village has a total population of 539 people, consisting of 287 males and 252 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Afzalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 287 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 55 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 158 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 129 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Afzalpur
Afzalpur 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 Afzalpur
Afzalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Afzalpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Afzalpur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Afzalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afzalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Afzalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afzalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Afzalpur
Where is Afzalpur located?
Afzalpur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Afzalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Afzalpur is Telaundha.
What is the pincode of Afzalpur?
The pincode of Afzalpur is 813204.
What is the population of Afzalpur?
Afzalpur has a total population of 539, including 287 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Afzalpur?
There are 90 households in Afzalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Afzalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afzalpur is 45.64%. Male literacy is 55.05% and female literacy is 34.92%.