Mahavatpur - Dhampur, Bijnor
Mahavatpur is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Mahavatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahavatpur is 113259. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.5 hectares and falls under the 246761 pincode. Afjalgarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mahavatpur 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 Mahavatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mahavatpur village had a total population of 1,648 people, including 880 males and 768 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.14%, with male literacy at 90.99% and female literacy at 74.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 393.
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 | 1,648 | 880 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 125 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 212 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 687 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 193 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Mahavatpur
Mahavatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Ghoghar(a.h.t) | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Jatpura | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Ram Nager | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Berkhera Bila Ahatmali | West | 1.88 km |
| Shergarh | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Anandi Pur | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Jai Nagar | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Doolhapur Patti Chouhan (m.s.t | East | 2.69 km |
| Wazirpur Ahatmali | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Berkhera Ahatmali | West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahavatpur
Public transport in the Mahavatpur 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 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Afjalgarh to Mahavatpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Mahavatpur 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 Mahavatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahavatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahavatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahavatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahavatpur
Where is Mahavatpur located?
Mahavatpur village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahavatpur?
Mahavatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahavatpur?
The pincode of Mahavatpur is 246761.
What is the population of Mahavatpur?
Mahavatpur had a total population of 1,648, including 880 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Mahavatpur?
Mahavatpur had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahavatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahavatpur was 83.14%. Male literacy was 90.99% and female literacy was 74.12%.