Afjalpur Urf Chotapur - Chandpur, Bijnor
Afjalpur Urf Chotapur is a village situated in the Chandpur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandpur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Akwarpurmajhraseadwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Afjalpur Urf Chotapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afjalpur Urf Chotapur is 114063. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.78 hectares and falls under the 246725 pincode.
Afjalpur Urf Chotapur 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 Chandpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Afjalpur Urf Chotapur
According to the 2011 Census, Afjalpur Urf Chotapur village had a total population of 264 people, including 131 males and 133 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 87.61% and female literacy at 63.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244.
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 | 264 | 131 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 120 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 99 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 32 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Afjalpur Urf Chotapur
Afjalpur Urf Chotapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawabpura Urf Shekhu Pura | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Akbarpur Majra Saindwar | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Saindwar | South-East | 1.05 km |
| Ghansoor Pur | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Haizarpur Majra Saindwar | East | 1.67 km |
| Fareedpur Medhu | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Piplijat | North | 1.78 km |
| Fatahali Pur | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Sabdalpur | West | 1.88 km |
| Simli | South-West | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Afjalpur Urf Chotapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Afjalpur Urf Chotapur. The nearest railway station is Chandpur Siau Halt, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bijnor to Afjalpur Urf Chotapur is about 27 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 Afjalpur Urf Chotapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afjalpur Urf Chotapur 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 Afjalpur Urf Chotapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afjalpur Urf Chotapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Afjalpur Urf Chotapur
Where is Afjalpur Urf Chotapur located?
Afjalpur Urf Chotapur village is located in Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Afjalpur Urf Chotapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Afjalpur Urf Chotapur is Akwarpurmajhraseadwar.
What is the pincode of Afjalpur Urf Chotapur?
The pincode of Afjalpur Urf Chotapur is 246725.
What is the population of Afjalpur Urf Chotapur?
Afjalpur Urf Chotapur had a total population of 264, including 131 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Afjalpur Urf Chotapur?
Afjalpur Urf Chotapur had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afjalpur Urf Chotapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afjalpur Urf Chotapur was 75.00%. Male literacy was 87.61% and female literacy was 63.03%.