Salawat Nagar - Dhampur, Bijnor
Salawat Nagar is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Salavatnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salawat Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salawat Nagar is 113159. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.59 hectares and falls under the 246722 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Salawat Nagar 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 Salawat Nagar
As per Census 2011, Salawat Nagar village has a total population of 3,299 people, consisting of 1,734 males and 1,565 females. The village has 588 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 528 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,825 literate and 1,474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salawat Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,299 | 1,734 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 274 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 95 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 1,825 | 1,138 | 687 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 596 | 878 |
Nearby Villages of Salawat Nagar
Salawat Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Nagar Dihor | South | 1.18 km |
| Bahadarpur | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Chamhera | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Salawatpur Girdhar | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Kherullapur Desh | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Mahapur | West | 2.37 km |
| Bhagi Jot | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Ajab Nagar | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Meghpur | East | 2.57 km |
| Palitekchand | South-East | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salawat Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Salawat Nagar. The nearest railway station is Dhampur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 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 Salawat Nagar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Salawat Nagar is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salawat Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salawat Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salawat Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salawat Nagar 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 Salawat Nagar
Where is Salawat Nagar located?
Salawat Nagar village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salawat Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Salawat Nagar is Salavatnagar.
What is the pincode of Salawat Nagar?
The pincode of Salawat Nagar is 246722.
What is the population of Salawat Nagar?
Salawat Nagar has a total population of 3,299, including 1,734 males and 1,565 females.
How many households are there in Salawat Nagar?
There are 588 households in Salawat Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Salawat Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salawat Nagar is 55.32%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 43.90%.