Afjalpur Bhau - Nagina, Bijnor
Afjalpur Bhau is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Fazalpur Bhau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Afjalpur Bhau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afjalpur Bhau is 112681. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.46 hectares and falls under the 246762 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Afjalpur Bhau 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 Afjalpur Bhau
According to the 2011 Census, Afjalpur Bhau village had a total population of 674 people, including 363 males and 311 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.66%, with male literacy at 67.43% and female literacy at 53.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 674 | 363 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 59 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 205 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 158 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Afjalpur Bhau
Afjalpur Bhau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanakpur | East | 0.68 km |
| Vishnavala | North | 1.06 km |
| Saddiqpur | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Jamalpur Dikli | East | 1.24 km |
| Nangla Ladda | South | 1.39 km |
| Faijulapur Mahesh | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Asdullapur Khalsa | South | 1.73 km |
| Rampur Lalu | North | 1.77 km |
| Begrajpur | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Alampur | South-East | 1.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Afjalpur Bhau
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Afjalpur Bhau. The nearest railway station is Bundki, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijnor to Afjalpur Bhau is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Afjalpur Bhau is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Afjalpur Bhau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afjalpur Bhau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Afjalpur Bhau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afjalpur Bhau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Afjalpur Bhau
Where is Afjalpur Bhau located?
Afjalpur Bhau village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Afjalpur Bhau?
The Gram Panchayat of Afjalpur Bhau is Fazalpur Bhau.
What is the pincode of Afjalpur Bhau?
The pincode of Afjalpur Bhau is 246762.
What is the population of Afjalpur Bhau?
Afjalpur Bhau had a total population of 674, including 363 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Afjalpur Bhau?
Afjalpur Bhau had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afjalpur Bhau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afjalpur Bhau was 60.66%. Male literacy was 67.43% and female literacy was 53.11%.