Muzaffarabad - Behat, Saharanpur
Muzaffarabad is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behat and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Muzaffarabad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muzaffarabad is 109181. The village covers a total geographical area of 760.09 hectares and falls under the 247129 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town.
Muzaffarabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Muzaffarabad
According to the 2011 Census, Muzaffarabad village had a total population of 8,766 people, including 4,560 males and 4,206 females, living in 1,548 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.33%, with male literacy at 76.90% and female literacy at 59.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,539.
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 | 8,766 | 4,560 | 4,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,536 | 793 | 743 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,539 | 811 | 728 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,940 | 2,897 | 2,043 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,826 | 1,663 | 2,163 |
Nearby Villages of Muzaffarabad
Muzaffarabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malayan | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Sunheti Aht. | West | 1.66 km |
| Nayamatpur Aht. | North | 1.71 km |
| Path Lokar | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Bhogpur Gokalpur | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Fakharpur Must. | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Mustafapur Aht. | West | 2.26 km |
| Meerdadpur | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Khuznawar Aht. | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Sunheti Must. | West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muzaffarabad
Muzaffarabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baliakheri, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Muzaffarabad is about 35 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 Muzaffarabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muzaffarabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Muzaffarabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muzaffarabad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Muzaffarabad
Where is Muzaffarabad located?
Muzaffarabad village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muzaffarabad?
Muzaffarabad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Muzaffarabad?
The pincode of Muzaffarabad is 247129.
What is the population of Muzaffarabad?
Muzaffarabad had a total population of 8,766, including 4,560 males and 4,206 females.
How many households are there in Muzaffarabad?
Muzaffarabad had 1,548 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muzaffarabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muzaffarabad was 68.33%. Male literacy was 76.90% and female literacy was 59.00%.