Meerpur Gandevar - Behat, Saharanpur
Meerpur Gandevar is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behat and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Meerpur Gandevad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meerpur Gandevar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerpur Gandevar is 108979. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.8 hectares and falls under the 247121 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Meerpur Gandevar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Meerpur Gandevar
According to the 2011 Census, Meerpur Gandevar village had a total population of 1,920 people, including 1,014 males and 906 females, living in 350 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.90%, with male literacy at 89.85% and female literacy at 73.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 334.
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 | 1,920 | 1,014 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 157 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 180 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,330 | 770 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 244 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Meerpur Gandevar
Meerpur Gandevar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ismailpur Aht | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Chak Shah Fazil | North | 0.96 km |
| Bhojpur | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Sultanpur Mali | South | 1.40 km |
| Ambehta | East | 1.56 km |
| Fatehullapur Must | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Ismailpur Must | East | 1.97 km |
| Mahmoodpur | North | 2.27 km |
| Marva | South | 2.39 km |
| Hatholi | South-West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meerpur Gandevar
Meerpur Gandevar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pilkhani, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Saharanpur to Meerpur Gandevar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meerpur Gandevar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meerpur Gandevar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meerpur Gandevar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meerpur Gandevar 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 Meerpur Gandevar
Where is Meerpur Gandevar located?
Meerpur Gandevar village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meerpur Gandevar?
The Gram Panchayat of Meerpur Gandevar is Meerpur Gandevad.
What is the pincode of Meerpur Gandevar?
The pincode of Meerpur Gandevar is 247121.
What is the population of Meerpur Gandevar?
Meerpur Gandevar had a total population of 1,920, including 1,014 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Meerpur Gandevar?
Meerpur Gandevar had 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meerpur Gandevar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerpur Gandevar was 81.90%. Male literacy was 89.85% and female literacy was 73.01%.