Palpur - Nagina, Bijnor
Palpur is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Ishlamabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palpur is 113018. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.91 hectares and falls under the 246762 pincode. Nagina is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Palpur 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 Palpur
According to the 2011 Census, Palpur village had a total population of 20 people, including 13 males and 7 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 538 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 28.57%.
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 | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Palpur
Palpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagannathpur Mehru | East | 1.30 km |
| Peepli Bhopalpur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Mahapur Moh.ali | South | 1.36 km |
| Tukhmapur Harbansh Ahatmali | West | 1.49 km |
| Khijarpur Jaggu Bila Ahatmali | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Khijarpur Jaggu Ahatmali | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Benipur | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Medawala Ahatmali | West | 1.81 km |
| Burawala Ahatmali | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Alhaidadpur Khajwa | South-East | 2.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palpur. The nearest railway station is Nagina, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagina to Palpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Palpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palpur 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 Palpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palpur
Where is Palpur located?
Palpur village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palpur is Ishlamabad.
What is the pincode of Palpur?
The pincode of Palpur is 246762.
What is the population of Palpur?
Palpur had a total population of 20, including 13 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Palpur?
Palpur had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palpur was 66.67%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 28.57%.