Garhmalpur - Najibabad, Bijnor
Garhmalpur is a village situated in the Najibabad tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Najibabad and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Gadmalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhmalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhmalpur is 111788. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.67 hectares and falls under the 246763 pincode.
Garhmalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Najibabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhmalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Garhmalpur village had a total population of 1,376 people, including 724 males and 652 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.81%, with male literacy at 84.04% and female literacy at 55.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 652.
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 | 1,376 | 724 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 110 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 343 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 516 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 208 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Garhmalpur
Garhmalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parwatpur Makhdumpur | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Jahanabad | West | 1.33 km |
| Murshadpur | South | 1.49 km |
| Mahabatpur Billauch | North | 1.83 km |
| Akbarpur Anwla | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Ibrahimpur Raju | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Issepur | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Alawalpur Nainu | South | 2.42 km |
| Jalabpur Guddar | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Gulamalipur Natha | North-West | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garhmalpur
Garhmalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murshadpur, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bijnor to Garhmalpur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhmalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhmalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhmalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhmalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhmalpur
Where is Garhmalpur located?
Garhmalpur village is located in Najibabad Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhmalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhmalpur is Gadmalpur.
What is the pincode of Garhmalpur?
The pincode of Garhmalpur is 246763.
What is the population of Garhmalpur?
Garhmalpur had a total population of 1,376, including 724 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Garhmalpur?
Garhmalpur had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhmalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhmalpur was 70.81%. Male literacy was 84.04% and female literacy was 55.68%.