Nawazpur - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Nawazpur is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Nawazpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawazpur is 132933. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.19 hectares and falls under the 242405 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Nawazpur 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 Nawazpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nawazpur village had a total population of 997 people, including 522 males and 475 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.59%, with male literacy at 77.52% and female literacy at 67.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238.
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 | 997 | 522 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 124 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 338 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 184 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Nawazpur
Nawazpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sikandarpur | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Man Pur | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Rasulpur Mu. Khutar | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Dalippur Munjapta | West | 1.27 km |
| Bhimpur | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Rautapur Kalan | North | 1.88 km |
| Malhpur | South | 1.90 km |
| Dhaka Khurd Kalan | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Sikala Mastapur | North | 1.98 km |
| Parsar | East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawazpur
Nawazpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Banke Ganj, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nawazpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Nawazpur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawazpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawazpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nawazpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawazpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawazpur
Where is Nawazpur located?
Nawazpur village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawazpur?
Nawazpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nawazpur?
The pincode of Nawazpur is 242405.
What is the population of Nawazpur?
Nawazpur had a total population of 997, including 522 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Nawazpur?
Nawazpur had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawazpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawazpur was 72.59%. Male literacy was 77.52% and female literacy was 67.25%.