Biral - Chandpur, Bijnor
Biral 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 41 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Himpurbujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biral is 114382. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.28 hectares and falls under the 246734 pincode. Chandpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Biral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Biral
As per Census 2011, Biral village has a total population of 795 people, consisting of 420 males and 375 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 795 | 420 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 42 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 332 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 88 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Biral
Biral 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barhapur | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Buchanangal | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Heempur Bujurg | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Shadipur Milak | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Chehla | North | 1.94 km |
| Ismailpur | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Pahuli | South | 2.41 km |
| Khandsal | South | 2.42 km |
| Mirapur | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Kiratpur | South-East | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biral
Biral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandpur Siau Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandpur to Biral is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Biral is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biral 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 Biral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biral 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 Biral
Where is Biral located?
Biral village is located in Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biral?
The Gram Panchayat of Biral is Himpurbujurg.
What is the pincode of Biral?
The pincode of Biral is 246734.
What is the population of Biral?
Biral has a total population of 795, including 420 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Biral?
There are 155 households in Biral.
What is the literacy rate in Biral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biral is 69.94%. Male literacy is 79.05% and female literacy is 59.73%.