Saifpur - Atrauli, Aligarh
Saifpur is a village situated in the Atrauli tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atrauli and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Saifpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saifpur is 122204. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.93 hectares and falls under the 202280 pincode. Atrauli is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Saifpur 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 Atrauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saifpur
According to the 2011 Census, Saifpur village had a total population of 1,326 people, including 719 males and 607 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.33%, with male literacy at 86.49% and female literacy at 55.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 643.
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 | 1,326 | 719 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 127 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 347 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 512 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 207 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Saifpur
Saifpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barhsera | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Pipli | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Manpur Bhaupur | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Palimukimpur | West | 1.91 km |
| Lahaski | East | 2.05 km |
| Valipur | North | 2.52 km |
| Bilpura | South | 2.55 km |
| Chadauva Govardhanpur | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Barhaul | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Shamaspur | North | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saifpur
Saifpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sunamai Halt, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atrauli to Saifpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Saifpur is about 38 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 Saifpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saifpur 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 Saifpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saifpur 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 Saifpur
Where is Saifpur located?
Saifpur village is located in Atrauli Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saifpur?
Saifpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saifpur?
The pincode of Saifpur is 202280.
What is the population of Saifpur?
Saifpur had a total population of 1,326, including 719 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Saifpur?
Saifpur had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saifpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saifpur was 72.33%. Male literacy was 86.49% and female literacy was 55.44%.