Gordhanpur - Dhampur, Bijnor
Gordhanpur is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Goverdhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gordhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gordhanpur is 113176. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.04 hectares and falls under the 246722 pincode.
Gordhanpur 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 Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gordhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gordhanpur village had a total population of 3,742 people, including 1,937 males and 1,805 females, living in 645 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.38%, with male literacy at 77.77% and female literacy at 60.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 675.
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 | 3,742 | 1,937 | 1,805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 295 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 675 | 368 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,236 | 1,277 | 959 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,506 | 660 | 846 |
Nearby Villages of Gordhanpur
Gordhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhipura | South | 0.97 km |
| Anesa Nangli | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Sultanpur | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Shahalampur Meera | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Genda Jud | East | 1.19 km |
| Umarpur | North | 1.45 km |
| Ratanpura | West | 1.57 km |
| Mahmudpur | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Iddo Nangli | South | 1.74 km |
| Saidpura | North | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gordhanpur
Gordhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 73.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bijnor to Gordhanpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gordhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gordhanpur 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 Gordhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gordhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gordhanpur
Where is Gordhanpur located?
Gordhanpur village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gordhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gordhanpur is Goverdhanpur.
What is the pincode of Gordhanpur?
The pincode of Gordhanpur is 246722.
What is the population of Gordhanpur?
Gordhanpur had a total population of 3,742, including 1,937 males and 1,805 females.
How many households are there in Gordhanpur?
Gordhanpur had 645 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gordhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gordhanpur was 69.38%. Male literacy was 77.77% and female literacy was 60.66%.