Panditpur - Thakurdwara, Moradabad
Panditpur is a village situated in the Thakurdwara tehsil of Moradabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurdwara and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Moradabad. Banka Bala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panditpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panditpur is 114602. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.2 hectares and falls under the 244601 pincode. Thakurdwara is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Panditpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thkurdwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panditpur
According to the 2011 Census, Panditpur village had a total population of 1,028 people, including 561 males and 467 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 87.14% and female literacy at 60.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125.
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 | 1,028 | 561 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 71 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 69 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 427 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 134 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Panditpur
Panditpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nirmalpur | North | 1.22 km |
| Raghunathpur | East | 1.35 km |
| Banka Bala | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Aslempur | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Pasia Pura Padarath | West | 2.05 km |
| Longi Khurd | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Gopiwala | North | 2.49 km |
| Sultanpur Dost | South | 2.61 km |
| Longi Kalan | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Fauladpur | North-East | 2.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panditpur
Panditpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Padiya Naqla, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thakurdwara to Panditpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Moradabad to Panditpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panditpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panditpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panditpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panditpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Panditpur
Where is Panditpur located?
Panditpur village is located in Thakurdwara Tehsil, Moradabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panditpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Panditpur is Banka Bala.
What is the pincode of Panditpur?
The pincode of Panditpur is 244601.
What is the population of Panditpur?
Panditpur had a total population of 1,028, including 561 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Panditpur?
Panditpur had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panditpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panditpur was 75.00%. Male literacy was 87.14% and female literacy was 60.49%.