Sharifpur - Chandpur, Bijnor
Sharifpur is a village situated in the Chandpur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Shareef Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sharifpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharifpur is 114273. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.05 hectares and falls under the 246725 pincode. Haldoor is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sharifpur 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 Sharifpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sharifpur village had a total population of 1,056 people, including 545 males and 511 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.39%, with male literacy at 86.86% and female literacy at 59.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160.
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 | 1,056 | 545 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 96 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 390 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 155 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Sharifpur
Sharifpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fazalpur Pauta | North-West | 0.58 km |
| Alijanpur | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Mubarakpur Pauta | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Pavti | North | 1.24 km |
| Zainulabdinpur | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Dharmu Pauta | West | 1.45 km |
| Jaganpur Urf Jaganwala | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Chakbhawni Pur | East | 1.72 km |
| Kunda | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Mukarpur | North | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sharifpur
Sharifpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sisauna, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldoor to Sharifpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Sharifpur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharifpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharifpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sharifpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharifpur 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 Sharifpur
Where is Sharifpur located?
Sharifpur village is located in Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sharifpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sharifpur is Shareef Pur.
What is the pincode of Sharifpur?
The pincode of Sharifpur is 246725.
What is the population of Sharifpur?
Sharifpur had a total population of 1,056, including 545 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Sharifpur?
Sharifpur had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sharifpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharifpur was 73.39%. Male literacy was 86.86% and female literacy was 59.59%.