Safiyabad - Dhampur, Bijnor
Safiyabad is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Mandori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Safiyabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Safiyabad is 113804. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.58 hectares and falls under the 246746 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Safiyabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Safiyabad
As per Census 2011, Safiyabad village has a total population of 2,152 people, consisting of 1,115 males and 1,037 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,074 literate and 1,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Safiyabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,152 | 1,115 | 1,037 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 166 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 618 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,078 | 497 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Safiyabad
Safiyabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarkari | West | 1.21 km |
| Girdharpur | South | 1.25 km |
| Madhupura | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Dauadpur | South | 1.45 km |
| Shakarpur Farid | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Aladinpur | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Pitthupura | North | 1.62 km |
| Rampur Dulli | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Dhampur Husainpur | South | 2.34 km |
| Hempur | North | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Safiyabad
Public transport in the Safiyabad 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 74.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijnor to Safiyabad is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Safiyabad is about 56 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 Safiyabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Safiyabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Safiyabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Safiyabad 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 Safiyabad
Where is Safiyabad located?
Safiyabad village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Safiyabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Safiyabad is Mandori.
What is the pincode of Safiyabad?
The pincode of Safiyabad is 246746.
What is the population of Safiyabad?
Safiyabad has a total population of 2,152, including 1,115 males and 1,037 females.
How many households are there in Safiyabad?
There are 396 households in Safiyabad.
What is the literacy rate in Safiyabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Safiyabad is 49.91%. Male literacy is 55.43% and female literacy is 43.97%.