Chelapur - Chandpur, Bijnor
Chelapur is a village situated in the Chandpur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandpur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bijnaur. Chelapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelapur is 114473. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.93 hectares and falls under the 246727 pincode. Noorpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chelapur 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 Noorpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chelapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chelapur village had a total population of 617 people, including 335 males and 282 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.58%, with male literacy at 81.76% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 617 | 335 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 39 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 242 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 93 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Chelapur
Chelapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saidpur Mafi | South-East | 0.73 km |
| Hasanpur Billoch | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Puranpur Siana | West | 1.23 km |
| Abdullanagar Urf Danda | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Mubarakpur Navada | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Abidnagar Urf Dhundli | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Puranpur Nagla | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Pathwari | South | 2.01 km |
| Khanpur Billoch | West | 2.18 km |
| Pithapur | North-East | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chelapur
Public transport in the Chelapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mewa Nawada, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Noorpur to Chelapur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnaur to Chelapur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chelapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chelapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chelapur
Where is Chelapur located?
Chelapur village is located in Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chelapur?
Chelapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chelapur?
The pincode of Chelapur is 246727.
What is the population of Chelapur?
Chelapur had a total population of 617, including 335 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Chelapur?
Chelapur had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chelapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chelapur was 71.58%. Male literacy was 81.76% and female literacy was 60.00%.