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
According to the 2011 Census, Afzalpur village had a total population of 2,430 people, including 1,284 males and 1,146 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.14%, with male literacy at 77.44% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 964.
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 | 2,430 | 1,284 | 1,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 176 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 964 | 505 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,430, including 1,284 males and 1,146 females.
How many households are there in Afzalpur?
Afzalpur had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afzalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afzalpur was 69.14%. Male literacy was 77.44% and female literacy was 60.00%.