Harkishanpur - Dhampur, Bijnor
Harkishanpur 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 75 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Harkishanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkishanpur is 113274. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.55 hectares and falls under the 246747 pincode. Afjalgarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Harkishanpur 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 Harkishanpur
As per Census 2011, Harkishanpur village has a total population of 1,541 people, consisting of 816 males and 725 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 951 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harkishanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,541 | 816 | 725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 212 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 583 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 233 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Harkishanpur
Harkishanpur 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 Harkishanpur
Public transport in the Harkishanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harkishanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Afjalgarh to Harkishanpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Harkishanpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harkishanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkishanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harkishanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkishanpur 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 Harkishanpur
Where is Harkishanpur located?
Harkishanpur village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkishanpur?
Harkishanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harkishanpur?
The pincode of Harkishanpur is 246747.
What is the population of Harkishanpur?
Harkishanpur has a total population of 1,541, including 816 males and 725 females.
How many households are there in Harkishanpur?
There are 275 households in Harkishanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harkishanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkishanpur is 61.71%. Male literacy is 71.45% and female literacy is 50.76%.