Gazipur - Najibabad, Bijnor
Gazipur is a village situated in the Najibabad tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Najibabad and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Gazipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gazipur is 111614. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.71 hectares and falls under the 246763 pincode. Kiratpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gazipur 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 Gazipur
According to the 2011 Census, Gazipur village had a total population of 1,917 people, including 1,009 males and 908 females, living in 339 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.17%, with male literacy at 85.40% and female literacy at 61.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 235.
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 | 1,917 | 1,009 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 146 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 117 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,212 | 737 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 272 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Gazipur
Gazipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gazipur
Gazipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gazipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kiratpur to Gazipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Gazipur is about 26 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 Gazipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gazipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gazipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gazipur 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 Gazipur
Where is Gazipur located?
Gazipur village is located in Najibabad Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gazipur?
Gazipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gazipur?
The pincode of Gazipur is 246763.
What is the population of Gazipur?
Gazipur had a total population of 1,917, including 1,009 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Gazipur?
Gazipur had 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gazipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gazipur was 74.17%. Male literacy was 85.40% and female literacy was 61.61%.