Afasariya - Sikandra, Kanpur Dehat
Afasariya is a village situated in the Sikandra tehsil of Kanpur Dehat district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikandra and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mati. Afasariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afasariya is 149825. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.09 hectares and falls under the 209115 pincode. Kanpur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Afasariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Afasariya
According to the 2011 Census, Afasariya village had a total population of 3,643 people, including 1,872 males and 1,771 females, living in 591 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.42%, with male literacy at 74.44% and female literacy at 64.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,070.
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 | 3,643 | 1,872 | 1,771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 256 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,070 | 553 | 517 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,184 | 1,203 | 981 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,459 | 669 | 790 |
Nearby Villages of Afasariya
Afasariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jallapur Sikandara | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Shahjhanpur | East | 1.69 km |
| Ummatpur | North | 1.87 km |
| Kunwarpur | North | 2.10 km |
| Satti | South | 2.56 km |
| Madiyapur | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Kamalpur | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Pachlakh | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Jahangirpur | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Vaina | North | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Afasariya
Afasariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pokhrayan, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur to Afasariya is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mati to Afasariya is about 40 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 Afasariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afasariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Afasariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afasariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Afasariya
Where is Afasariya located?
Afasariya village is located in Sikandra Tehsil, Kanpur Dehat district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Afasariya?
Afasariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Afasariya?
The pincode of Afasariya is 209115.
What is the population of Afasariya?
Afasariya had a total population of 3,643, including 1,872 males and 1,771 females.
How many households are there in Afasariya?
Afasariya had 591 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afasariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afasariya was 69.42%. Male literacy was 74.44% and female literacy was 64.12%.