Askaripur - Mawana, Meerut
Askaripur is a village situated in the Mawana tehsil of Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawana and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Meerut. Sikandarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Askaripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Askaripur is 118958. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.688 hectares and falls under the 250104 pincode. Garh Mukeswar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Askaripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hastinapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Askaripur
As per Census 2011, Askaripur village has a total population of 288 people, consisting of 137 males and 151 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Askaripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 137 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 60 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 77 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Askaripur
Askaripur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandpur | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Mishipur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Bhogpur | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Kutubpur | South | 2.46 km |
| Khanpur Makhanpur | South | 2.51 km |
| Jamalpur | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Hakimpur Gavadi | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Bhagwanpur Khadar | West | 3.06 km |
| Sikandarpur | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Mukimpur | South | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Askaripur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Askaripur. The nearest railway station is Garhmuktesar, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garh Mukeswar to Askaripur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Meerut to Askaripur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Askaripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Askaripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Askaripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Askaripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Askaripur
Where is Askaripur located?
Askaripur village is located in Mawana Tehsil, Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Askaripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Askaripur is Sikandarpur.
What is the pincode of Askaripur?
The pincode of Askaripur is 250104.
What is the population of Askaripur?
Askaripur has a total population of 288, including 137 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Askaripur?
There are 54 households in Askaripur.
What is the literacy rate in Askaripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Askaripur is 30.56%. Male literacy is 43.80% and female literacy is 18.54%.