Gadal - Dhampur, Bijnor
Gadal is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Begrajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadal is 113388. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.01 hectares and falls under the 246747 pincode. Bahraur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gadal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nehtaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadal
As per Census 2011, Gadal village has a total population of 1,568 people, consisting of 827 males and 741 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 828 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,568 | 827 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 145 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 477 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 350 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Gadal
Gadal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gadal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gadal.
| 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 Bahraur to Gadal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Gadal 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 Gadal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadal
Where is Gadal located?
Gadal village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadal is Begrajpur.
What is the pincode of Gadal?
The pincode of Gadal is 246747.
What is the population of Gadal?
Gadal has a total population of 1,568, including 827 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Gadal?
There are 264 households in Gadal.
What is the literacy rate in Gadal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadal is 52.81%. Male literacy is 57.68% and female literacy is 47.37%.