Afzalpur - Loni, Ghaziabad
Afzalpur is a village situated in the Loni tehsil of Ghaziabad district, Uttar Pradesh. Afzalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afzalpur is 119719. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.94 hectares and falls under the 201003 pincode.
Afzalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghaziabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Afzalpur
As per Census 2011, Afzalpur village has a total population of 2,430 people, consisting of 1,284 males and 1,146 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 317 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,461 literate and 969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 964 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Afzalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,430 | 1,284 | 1,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 176 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 964 | 505 | 459 |
| Literate Population | 1,461 | 858 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 426 | 543 |
Nearby Villages of Afzalpur
Afzalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nistauli | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Makrmatpur Sikrod | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Narainnagar Urf Rampur | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Sharifabad Rajapur | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Tila Shahbazpur | West | 2.46 km |
| Sharfuddinpur Javli | North | 2.62 km |
| Asalatpur | East | 2.74 km |
| Banthla | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Bhanera Khurd | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Sikhrani | North-West | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Afzalpur
Afzalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Noli, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 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 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Afzalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afzalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Afzalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afzalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Afzalpur
Where is Afzalpur located?
Afzalpur village is located in Loni Tehsil, Ghaziabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Afzalpur?
Afzalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Afzalpur?
The pincode of Afzalpur is 201003.
What is the population of Afzalpur?
Afzalpur has a total population of 2,430, including 1,284 males and 1,146 females.
How many households are there in Afzalpur?
There are 356 households in Afzalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Afzalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afzalpur is 60.12%. Male literacy is 66.82% and female literacy is 52.62%.