Barupur - Rajpur, Buxar
Barupur is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Barupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barupur is 248451. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Barupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barupur
According to the 2011 Census, Barupur village had a total population of 1,789 people, including 931 males and 858 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.15%, with male literacy at 86.93% and female literacy at 52.23%.
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 | 1,789 | 931 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 189 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,008 | 645 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 286 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Barupur
Barupur 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 Barupur
Public transport in the Barupur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barupur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Barupur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barupur
Where is Barupur located?
Barupur village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barupur?
Barupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barupur?
The pincode of Barupur is 802122.
What is the population of Barupur?
Barupur had a total population of 1,789, including 931 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Barupur?
Barupur had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barupur was 70.15%. Male literacy was 86.93% and female literacy was 52.23%.