Safilpur - Bilaspur, Yamunanagar
Safilpur is a village situated in the Bilaspur tehsil of Yamunanagar district, Haryana. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilaspur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Yamunanagar. Safilpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Safilpur is 058049. The village covers a total geographical area of 580 hectares and falls under the 135102 pincode. Jagadhri is the nearest town.
Safilpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Safilpur
According to the 2011 Census, Safilpur village had a total population of 1,850 people, including 967 males and 883 females, living in 346 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.55%, with male literacy at 76.69% and female literacy at 63.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 973.
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 | 1,850 | 967 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 126 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 973 | 508 | 465 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,119 | 645 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 322 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Safilpur
Safilpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tunde Ki Taparian | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Manglore | South | 1.95 km |
| Nathanpur | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Mugalwali | East | 2.25 km |
| Rohla Heri | East | 2.63 km |
| Mirzapur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Bansewala | South | 2.91 km |
| Ratauli | West | 2.97 km |
| Peer Bholi | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Pipliwala | North-East | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Safilpur
Safilpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Darazpur, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Yamunanagar to Safilpur is about 35 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 Safilpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Safilpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Safilpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Safilpur 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 Safilpur
Where is Safilpur located?
Safilpur village is located in Bilaspur Tehsil, Yamunanagar district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Safilpur?
Safilpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Safilpur?
The pincode of Safilpur is 135102.
What is the population of Safilpur?
Safilpur had a total population of 1,850, including 967 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Safilpur?
Safilpur had 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Safilpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Safilpur was 70.55%. Male literacy was 76.69% and female literacy was 63.62%.