Afzalpur - Ishupur, Saran
Afzalpur is a village situated in the Ishupur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ishupur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Agauthar Sundar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Afzalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afzalpur is 233096. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 841411 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Afzalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Afzalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Afzalpur village had a total population of 964 people, including 466 males and 498 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.00%, with male literacy at 72.40% and female literacy at 44.91%.
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 | 964 | 466 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 265 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 201 | 317 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Afzalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Afzalpur is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Afzalpur is about 36 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 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 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Afzalpur
Where is Afzalpur located?
Afzalpur village is located in Ishupur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Afzalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Afzalpur is Agauthar Sundar.
What is the pincode of Afzalpur?
The pincode of Afzalpur is 841411.
What is the population of Afzalpur?
Afzalpur had a total population of 964, including 466 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Afzalpur?
Afzalpur had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afzalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afzalpur was 58.00%. Male literacy was 72.40% and female literacy was 44.91%.