Himmatpur - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Himmatpur 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Bijaura Bijauriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Himmatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Himmatpur is 132906. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.45 hectares and falls under the 242401 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Himmatpur 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 Himmatpur
As per Census 2011, Himmatpur village has a total population of 182 people, consisting of 92 males and 90 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Himmatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 92 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 44 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Himmatpur
Himmatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Roora | North-East | 0.81 km |
| Haripur M.bhatnausa | South-West | 0.94 km |
| Bijaura Bijauria | West | 1.35 km |
| Piparia Birsinghpur | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Bhopatpur | North | 1.94 km |
| Daulatpur M.tah | South | 2.14 km |
| Udra Biran | East | 2.43 km |
| Maholia Biran | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Kajri Mu. Bhatnausa | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Lukmanpur Bahera | West | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Himmatpur
Himmatpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mailani, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Himmatpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Himmatpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Himmatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Himmatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Himmatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Himmatpur 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Himmatpur
Where is Himmatpur located?
Himmatpur village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Himmatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Himmatpur is Bijaura Bijauriya.
What is the pincode of Himmatpur?
The pincode of Himmatpur is 242401.
What is the population of Himmatpur?
Himmatpur has a total population of 182, including 92 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Himmatpur?
There are 38 households in Himmatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Himmatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Himmatpur is 47.25%. Male literacy is 52.17% and female literacy is 42.22%.