Himanchalpur - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Himanchalpur is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Raswan Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Himanchalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Himanchalpur is 132965. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.92 hectares and falls under the 242401 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Himanchalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Himanchalpur
As per Census 2011, Himanchalpur village has a total population of 42 people, consisting of 22 males and 20 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Himanchalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Himanchalpur
Himanchalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raswan Kalan | South-West | 0.63 km |
| Raswan Khurd | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Kharagpur | North | 1.35 km |
| Nihalpur | East | 1.48 km |
| Barwatpur | West | 1.57 km |
| Rampur Patiyat | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Sakatpur T. Khutar | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Fattepur Kalan | South | 2.27 km |
| Khutar Khas | South | 2.33 km |
| Gehuwan | South-West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Himanchalpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Himanchalpur. The nearest railway station is Mailani, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shahjahanpur to Himanchalpur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Himanchalpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Himanchalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Himanchalpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Himanchalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Himanchalpur 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 Himanchalpur
Where is Himanchalpur located?
Himanchalpur village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Himanchalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Himanchalpur is Raswan Kalan.
What is the pincode of Himanchalpur?
The pincode of Himanchalpur is 242401.
What is the population of Himanchalpur?
Himanchalpur has a total population of 42, including 22 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Himanchalpur?
There are 10 households in Himanchalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Himanchalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Himanchalpur is 54.76%. Male literacy is 59.09% and female literacy is 50.00%.