Heerapur Gokal - Dhampur, Bijnor
Heerapur Gokal 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 72 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Heerapur Gokal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heerapur Gokal is 113163. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.3 hectares and falls under the 246722 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Heerapur Gokal 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 Heerapur Gokal
As per Census 2011, Heerapur Gokal village has a total population of 3,063 people, consisting of 1,608 males and 1,455 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,919 literate and 1,144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Heerapur Gokal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,063 | 1,608 | 1,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 225 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,308 | 690 | 618 |
| Literate Population | 1,919 | 1,125 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,144 | 483 | 661 |
Nearby Villages of Heerapur Gokal
Heerapur Gokal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rammu Rampur | North | 0.89 km |
| Palitekchand | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Dhannapur | East | 1.40 km |
| Meghpur | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Dhampur Urf Jogiwala | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Kherullapur Desh | West | 1.94 km |
| Bahadarpur | West | 1.99 km |
| Aurangshahpur Banwaari | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Fazalabad Khatak | East | 2.07 km |
| Muneer Nagar | South | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heerapur Gokal
Heerapur Gokal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhampur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Heerapur Gokal is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Heerapur Gokal is about 72 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 Heerapur Gokal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heerapur Gokal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Heerapur Gokal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heerapur Gokal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Heerapur Gokal
Where is Heerapur Gokal located?
Heerapur Gokal village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heerapur Gokal?
Heerapur Gokal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Heerapur Gokal?
The pincode of Heerapur Gokal is 246722.
What is the population of Heerapur Gokal?
Heerapur Gokal has a total population of 3,063, including 1,608 males and 1,455 females.
How many households are there in Heerapur Gokal?
There are 517 households in Heerapur Gokal.
What is the literacy rate in Heerapur Gokal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heerapur Gokal is 62.65%. Male literacy is 69.96% and female literacy is 54.57%.