Asfabad Chaman - Dhampur, Bijnor
Asfabad Chaman is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Asfabad Chaman village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asfabad Chaman is 113172. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.38 hectares and falls under the 246722 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Asfabad Chaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asfabad Chaman
As per Census 2011, Asfabad Chaman village has a total population of 5,494 people, consisting of 2,831 males and 2,663 females. The village has 950 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 791 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,220 literate and 2,274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asfabad Chaman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,494 | 2,831 | 2,663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 791 | 443 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,247 | 651 | 596 |
| Literate Population | 3,220 | 1,846 | 1,374 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,274 | 985 | 1,289 |
Nearby Villages of Asfabad Chaman
Asfabad Chaman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kherullapur Desh | North | 1.50 km |
| Dhampur Urf Jogiwala | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Tanda Bairagi Bila Ahatmali | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Bhatpura | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Palitekchand | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Muneer Nagar | East | 2.18 km |
| Mohammad Nagar Dihor | North | 2.33 km |
| Ali1arpur | West | 2.39 km |
| Alampur Ganvadi Bila Ahatmali | South | 2.53 km |
| Bahadarpur | North | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asfabad Chaman
Asfabad Chaman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhampur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijnor to Asfabad Chaman is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Asfabad Chaman is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asfabad Chaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asfabad Chaman 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asfabad Chaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asfabad Chaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asfabad Chaman
Where is Asfabad Chaman located?
Asfabad Chaman village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asfabad Chaman?
Asfabad Chaman is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asfabad Chaman?
The pincode of Asfabad Chaman is 246722.
What is the population of Asfabad Chaman?
Asfabad Chaman has a total population of 5,494, including 2,831 males and 2,663 females.
How many households are there in Asfabad Chaman?
There are 950 households in Asfabad Chaman.
What is the literacy rate in Asfabad Chaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asfabad Chaman is 58.61%. Male literacy is 65.21% and female literacy is 51.60%.