Nihalpur - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Nihalpur 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 56 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Raswan Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nihalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nihalpur is 132967. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.59 hectares and falls under the 242405 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Nihalpur 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 Nihalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nihalpur village had a total population of 90 people, including 49 males and 41 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.50%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 68.42%.
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 | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 13 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Nihalpur
Nihalpur 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 Khurd | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Himanchalpur | West | 1.48 km |
| Fattepur Kalan | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Raswan Kalan | West | 1.80 km |
| Kharagpur | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Tharbanpur Grant | East | 2.16 km |
| Khutar Khas | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Rampur Patiyat | West | 2.53 km |
| Barwatpur | West | 2.95 km |
| Dalpur Grant | North-East | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nihalpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nihalpur. The nearest railway station is Banke Ganj, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.8 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 Nihalpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Nihalpur 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 Nihalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nihalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nihalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nihalpur 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 Nihalpur
Where is Nihalpur located?
Nihalpur village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nihalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nihalpur is Raswan Kalan.
What is the pincode of Nihalpur?
The pincode of Nihalpur is 242405.
What is the population of Nihalpur?
Nihalpur had a total population of 90, including 49 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Nihalpur?
Nihalpur had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nihalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nihalpur was 77.50%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 68.42%.