Sahanpur - Dhampur, Bijnor
Sahanpur is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahanpur is 113466. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.08 hectares and falls under the 246761 pincode. Nahraur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sahanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nehtaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahanpur village had a total population of 173 people, including 89 males and 84 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.18%, with male literacy at 93.67% and female literacy at 74.68%.
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 | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 15 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sahanpur
Sahanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Islampur | North | 0.80 km |
| Baldana Shafipur | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Razanagar | West | 1.05 km |
| Hasupuri | East | 1.11 km |
| Shah Najar Purkot | East | 1.26 km |
| Balapur | North | 1.38 km |
| Akhera | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Nenhera | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Afjalpur Baldani | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Turabnagar | West | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahanpur
Sahanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sisauna, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nahraur to Sahanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Sahanpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahanpur
Where is Sahanpur located?
Sahanpur village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahanpur is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Sahanpur?
The pincode of Sahanpur is 246761.
What is the population of Sahanpur?
Sahanpur had a total population of 173, including 89 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Sahanpur?
Sahanpur had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahanpur was 84.18%. Male literacy was 93.67% and female literacy was 74.68%.