Harchandpur - Najibabad, Bijnor
Harchandpur is a village situated in the Najibabad tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Najibabad and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Harchandpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harchandpur is 111540. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.2 hectares and falls under the 246732 pincode. Nagal is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Harchandpur 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 Harchandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harchandpur village had a total population of 2,762 people, including 1,427 males and 1,335 females, living in 530 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.40%, with male literacy at 77.32% and female literacy at 59.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,566.
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 | 2,762 | 1,427 | 1,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 188 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,566 | 825 | 741 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,654 | 958 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,108 | 469 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Harchandpur
Harchandpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mayapuri | North-East | 0.56 km |
| Saufatpur | South | 1.06 km |
| Rafipur Majra | West | 1.23 km |
| Mahamsapur | South | 1.37 km |
| Mohammadpur Atta | North | 1.37 km |
| Khanpur | North | 1.40 km |
| Chamraula | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Goyala Bila Ahatmali | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Jeetpur Khas | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Noorampur | East | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harchandpur
Harchandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balawali, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nagal to Harchandpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Harchandpur is about 31 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 Harchandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harchandpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Harchandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harchandpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harchandpur
Where is Harchandpur located?
Harchandpur village is located in Najibabad Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harchandpur?
Harchandpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harchandpur?
The pincode of Harchandpur is 246732.
What is the population of Harchandpur?
Harchandpur had a total population of 2,762, including 1,427 males and 1,335 females.
How many households are there in Harchandpur?
Harchandpur had 530 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harchandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harchandpur was 68.40%. Male literacy was 77.32% and female literacy was 59.03%.