Kamalpur - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Kamalpur is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Kamaalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalpur is 132638. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.8 hectares and falls under the 242401 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kamalpur village had a total population of 1,915 people, including 986 males and 929 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.27%, with male literacy at 75.64% and female literacy at 51.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 236.
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 | 1,915 | 986 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 128 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 126 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 649 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 870 | 337 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalpur
Kamalpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kamalpur
Kamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kamalpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Kamalpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Kamalpur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalpur 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 Kamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamalpur
Where is Kamalpur located?
Kamalpur village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamalpur is Kamaalpur.
What is the pincode of Kamalpur?
The pincode of Kamalpur is 242401.
What is the population of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur had a total population of 1,915, including 986 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Kamalpur?
Kamalpur had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalpur was 64.27%. Male literacy was 75.64% and female literacy was 51.56%.