Meghpur - Dhampur, Bijnor
Meghpur 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. Meghpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghpur is 113161. The village covers a total geographical area of 479.03 hectares and falls under the 246722 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Meghpur 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 Meghpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meghpur village had a total population of 1,716 people, including 900 males and 816 females, living in 317 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.05%, with male literacy at 55.14% and female literacy at 50.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148.
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 | 1,716 | 900 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 171 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 739 | 402 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 977 | 498 | 479 |
Nearby Villages of Meghpur
Meghpur 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 | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Ajab Nagar | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Bahadarpur | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Heerapur Gokal | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Palitekchand | South | 1.89 km |
| Aurangshahpur Banwaari | East | 2.02 km |
| Udhojot | North | 2.29 km |
| Kherullapur Desh | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Shivpuri | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Mohammad Nagar Dihor | South-West | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meghpur
Public transport in the Meghpur 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 72.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Meghpur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Meghpur 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 Meghpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghpur 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 Meghpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meghpur
Where is Meghpur located?
Meghpur village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghpur?
Meghpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meghpur?
The pincode of Meghpur is 246722.
What is the population of Meghpur?
Meghpur had a total population of 1,716, including 900 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Meghpur?
Meghpur had 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghpur was 53.05%. Male literacy was 55.14% and female literacy was 50.75%.