Afzalpur - Sherghati, Gaya
Afzalpur is a village situated in the Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sherghati and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Sri Ram Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Afzalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afzalpur is 256277. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 824211 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Afzalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Afzalpur
As per Census 2011, Afzalpur village has a total population of 1,459 people, consisting of 769 males and 690 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 817 literate and 642 illiterate residents. Additionally, 652 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Afzalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,459 | 769 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 132 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 332 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 471 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 298 | 344 |
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
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Afzalpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya 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.
FAQs about Afzalpur
Where is Afzalpur located?
Afzalpur village is located in Sherghati Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Afzalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Afzalpur is Sri Ram Pur.
What is the pincode of Afzalpur?
The pincode of Afzalpur is 824211.
What is the population of Afzalpur?
Afzalpur has a total population of 1,459, including 769 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Afzalpur?
There are 223 households in Afzalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Afzalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afzalpur is 56.00%. Male literacy is 61.25% and female literacy is 50.14%.