Andpur - Jalalabad, Shahjahanpur
Andpur is a village situated in the Jalalabad tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalalabad and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Duhi Jadid serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andpur is 134795. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.39 hectares and falls under the 242221 pincode. Jalalabad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Andpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andpur
According to the 2011 Census, Andpur village had a total population of 649 people, including 348 males and 301 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.86%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 46.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 649 | 348 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 189 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 159 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Andpur
Andpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kajer Bojhi | South | 0.89 km |
| Malookpur | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Duhi Jadid | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Samechipur | North | 1.67 km |
| Taapar | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Pehna | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Faridapur | West | 1.85 km |
| Haar Kateta | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Shahpur | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Baldeopur T. Khandhar | South | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andpur
Public transport in the Andpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tilhar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.9 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 Jalalabad to Andpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Andpur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andpur 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 Andpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andpur 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 Andpur
Where is Andpur located?
Andpur village is located in Jalalabad Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Andpur is Duhi Jadid.
What is the pincode of Andpur?
The pincode of Andpur is 242221.
What is the population of Andpur?
Andpur had a total population of 649, including 348 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Andpur?
Andpur had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andpur was 58.86%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 46.81%.