Gurdadpur Hira - Dhampur, Bijnor
Gurdadpur Hira is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Deendarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurdadpur Hira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurdadpur Hira is 113808. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.5 hectares and falls under the 246761 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Gurdadpur Hira 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 Dhampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurdadpur Hira
According to the 2011 Census, Gurdadpur Hira village had a total population of 301 people, including 157 males and 144 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.25%, with male literacy at 95.80% and female literacy at 84.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 301 | 157 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 137 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 20 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Gurdadpur Hira
Gurdadpur Hira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satto Nangli | North-West | 0.74 km |
| Mustafabad | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Dhampur Husainpur | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Firozpur | East | 1.10 km |
| Abusaidpur | South | 1.25 km |
| Dulatabad | South | 1.40 km |
| Bahadarpur Jat | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Umarpur | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Dauadpur | North | 1.61 km |
| Shahalampur Meera | South | 1.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurdadpur Hira
Gurdadpur Hira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Seohara, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bijnor to Gurdadpur Hira is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Gurdadpur Hira is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurdadpur Hira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurdadpur Hira 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurdadpur Hira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurdadpur Hira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gurdadpur Hira
Where is Gurdadpur Hira located?
Gurdadpur Hira village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gurdadpur Hira?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurdadpur Hira is Deendarpur.
What is the pincode of Gurdadpur Hira?
The pincode of Gurdadpur Hira is 246761.
What is the population of Gurdadpur Hira?
Gurdadpur Hira had a total population of 301, including 157 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Gurdadpur Hira?
Gurdadpur Hira had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurdadpur Hira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurdadpur Hira was 90.25%. Male literacy was 95.80% and female literacy was 84.33%.