Hapur: All about the Smallest District of Uttar Pradesh
Learn about the smallest district in Uttar Pradesh by area. Explore its history, geographical boundaries, population data, and key administrative details.
Key Takeaways
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Uttar Pradesh has 75 districts, the largest being Lakhimpur Kheri and the smallest being Hapur.
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Hapur is the youngest district of Uttar Pradesh
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Hapur is known as a major distribution hub for jaggery and grains in Northern India.
Uttar Pradesh is the fourth largest state in India by area and also the most populous state in India. It consists of 75 districts. The largest district in Uttar Pradesh by area is Lakhimpur Kheri and the smallest district is Hapur.
Hapur: The Smallest District of Uttar Pradesh
Hapur is the smallest district of Uttar Pradesh with an area of 660 square kilometers. It is famous for being the distribution center of grains, jaggery and cotton. It is also a major center for the manufacturing of stainless steel pipes and tubes.
In addition to that, Hapur is also known for its papads, so much so that it is recognized as the Papad Capital of India.
When was Hapur Created?
Hapur district was formed by separating the 3 tehsils of Ghaziabad district, namely Hapur, Garhmukteshwar, and Dhaulana. It was named Panchseel Nagar by the then chief minister Mayawati in September 2011, but was renamed Hapur by her successor Akhilesh Yadav in July 2012.
Hapur district is divided into three sub-districts or tehsils, namely Hapur, Garhmukteshwar, and Dhaulana. The division of districts into sub-districts was done to improve governance and public administration.
Also Read: Districts of Uttar Pradesh
Bordering Districts of Hapur
Hapur shares its borders with four major districts. It is surrounded by Meerut on the north, Bulandshahr on south, Ghaziabad on west, and Amroha on east.
Famous Locations of Hapur
Hapur is home to the famous pilgrimage town of Garhmukteshwar which sits on the banks of river Ganga.
Demographic Features of Hapur
Hapur has a high population density due to its small land mass and close proximity to Delhi. Population density refers to the number of people living per sq.km of land. According to the Census 2011 data, Hapur has a population density of 2,028 people per sq.km.
The population of the Hapur district is approximately 1.33 million as per the Census 2011 data. About 30% of the population resides in urban areas. The average literacy rate is around 63.4%
What is the administrative setup of Hapur?
Hapur falls under the Meerut administrative division. To manage civil administration and public welfare, a District Magistrate is appointed. Hapur is divided into 3 sub-districts, 4 blocks, and 273 Gram Panchayats which is distributed across 352 villages.
Hapur vs Lakhimpur Kheri: A Quick Comparison
Lakhimpur Kheri is the largest district in the state of UP. It is about 12 times larger than Hapur. Lakhimpur Kheri covers an area of 7,680 square kilometers, whereas Hapur covers 660 square kilometers.
Lakhimpur Kheri contains mostly dense forests and wildlife reserves such as Dudhwa National Park, Hapur is highly urbanized known for being the major grain and jaggery hub of Northern India, as well as Papad capital of India.
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