Purshottampur - Najibabad, Bijnor
Purshottampur is a village situated in the Najibabad tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Najibabad and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Girdava Sahanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purshottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purshottampur is 111748. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.17 hectares and falls under the 246731 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Purshottampur 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 Purshottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purshottampur village had a total population of 400 people, including 216 males and 184 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.98%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 71.43%.
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 | 400 | 216 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 166 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 50 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Purshottampur
Purshottampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairullapur Ahatmali | South-East | 0.76 km |
| Khairullapur Bila Ahatmali | South | 1.00 km |
| Puranpur Garhi Bila Ahatmali | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Mauzampur Tulshi Ahatmali | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Amanullapur | West | 1.44 km |
| Alipura | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Rampur Banwari Ahatmali | South | 1.81 km |
| Akbarpur Chauganwa Ahatmali | East | 2.02 km |
| Harsuwara Ahatmali | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Hakimpurdisoundi Bila Ahtmali | South-West | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purshottampur
Purshottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Najibabad Jn, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bijnor to Purshottampur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Purshottampur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purshottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purshottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purshottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purshottampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purshottampur
Where is Purshottampur located?
Purshottampur village is located in Najibabad Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purshottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purshottampur is Girdava Sahanpur.
What is the pincode of Purshottampur?
The pincode of Purshottampur is 246731.
What is the population of Purshottampur?
Purshottampur had a total population of 400, including 216 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Purshottampur?
Purshottampur had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purshottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purshottampur was 80.98%. Male literacy was 89.25% and female literacy was 71.43%.