Seer Basu Chand - Dhampur, Bijnor
Seer Basu Chand is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Seervasuchand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seer Basu Chand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seer Basu Chand is 113201. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.99 hectares and falls under the 246722 pincode. Afjalgarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Seer Basu Chand 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 Seer Basu Chand
According to the 2011 Census, Seer Basu Chand village had a total population of 9,388 people, including 4,905 males and 4,483 females, living in 1,438 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.61%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 50.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,389.
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 | 9,388 | 4,905 | 4,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,547 | 839 | 708 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,389 | 709 | 680 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,517 | 2,614 | 1,903 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,871 | 2,291 | 2,580 |
Nearby Villages of Seer Basu Chand
Seer Basu Chand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mansoorpur | North-West | 0.57 km |
| Kashampur Garhi | South | 0.80 km |
| Nankar Basuchand | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Seer Devichand | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Tirlokpur | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Daulatpur | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Narayanpur | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Fazalabad Khatak | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Fazlabad Parmanandpur | South | 1.89 km |
| Aurangshahpur Banwaari | West | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Seer Basu Chand
Seer Basu Chand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhampur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Afjalgarh to Seer Basu Chand is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Seer Basu Chand is about 74 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 Seer Basu Chand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seer Basu Chand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Seer Basu Chand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seer Basu Chand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Seer Basu Chand
Where is Seer Basu Chand located?
Seer Basu Chand village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Seer Basu Chand?
The Gram Panchayat of Seer Basu Chand is Seervasuchand.
What is the pincode of Seer Basu Chand?
The pincode of Seer Basu Chand is 246722.
What is the population of Seer Basu Chand?
Seer Basu Chand had a total population of 9,388, including 4,905 males and 4,483 females.
How many households are there in Seer Basu Chand?
Seer Basu Chand had 1,438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seer Basu Chand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seer Basu Chand was 57.61%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 50.41%.