Mehar Alipur - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Mehar Alipur is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Mehar Alipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehar Alipur is 150833. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.19 hectares and falls under the 209206 pincode. Ghatampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mehar Alipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehar Alipur
According to the 2011 Census, Mehar Alipur village had a total population of 1,236 people, including 662 males and 574 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.67%, with male literacy at 83.16% and female literacy at 60.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 514.
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 | 1,236 | 662 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 92 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 280 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 474 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 188 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Mehar Alipur
Mehar Alipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nauranga | North | 1.06 km |
| Bhat Purwa | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Husena | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Mohamadpur Ghatampur | South | 2.01 km |
| Fattepur | North | 2.08 km |
| Bhadwara | East | 2.70 km |
| Milkinpur | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Lauli | South | 2.75 km |
| Bairipur | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Paras Pratham Khand | West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehar Alipur
Mehar Alipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Duhru, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ghatampur to Mehar Alipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Mehar Alipur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehar Alipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehar Alipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mehar Alipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehar Alipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mehar Alipur
Where is Mehar Alipur located?
Mehar Alipur village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehar Alipur?
Mehar Alipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mehar Alipur?
The pincode of Mehar Alipur is 209206.
What is the population of Mehar Alipur?
Mehar Alipur had a total population of 1,236, including 662 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Mehar Alipur?
Mehar Alipur had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehar Alipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehar Alipur was 72.67%. Male literacy was 83.16% and female literacy was 60.49%.