Nihalpur - Shikohabad, Firozabad
Nihalpur is a village situated in the Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikohabad and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Chamrauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nihalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nihalpur is 125996. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.33 hectares and falls under the 283145 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Nihalpur 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 Shikohabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nihalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nihalpur village had a total population of 939 people, including 502 males and 437 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.74%, with male literacy at 72.29% and female literacy at 52.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 246.
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 | 939 | 502 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 87 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 119 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 300 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 202 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Nihalpur
Nihalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chamrauli | North | 0.94 km |
| Jafrabad | South | 1.02 km |
| Khushalpur | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Naglabajdar | East | 1.60 km |
| Armarajat | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Jeora | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Sarhupur | West | 2.09 km |
| Ranipur | South | 2.29 km |
| Kalyanpur Angadpur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Galamai | North-East | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nihalpur
Nihalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shikohabad Jn, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 km.
| 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 Firozabad to Nihalpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Nihalpur is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nihalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nihalpur 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 Nihalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nihalpur 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 Nihalpur
Where is Nihalpur located?
Nihalpur village is located in Shikohabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nihalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nihalpur is Chamrauli.
What is the pincode of Nihalpur?
The pincode of Nihalpur is 283145.
What is the population of Nihalpur?
Nihalpur had a total population of 939, including 502 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Nihalpur?
Nihalpur had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nihalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nihalpur was 62.74%. Male literacy was 72.29% and female literacy was 52.14%.