Begampur - Noorsarai, Nalanda
Begampur is a village situated in the Noorsarai subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Noorsarai and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Mamurabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Begampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begampur is 244686. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 803111 pincode. Biharsharif is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Begampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Begampur
According to the 2011 Census, Begampur village had a total population of 4,119 people, including 2,147 males and 1,972 females, living in 683 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.48%, with male literacy at 74.31% and female literacy at 51.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,821, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 4,119 | 2,147 | 1,972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 819 | 411 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,821 | 917 | 904 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,095 | 1,290 | 805 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,024 | 857 | 1,167 |
Nearby Villages of Begampur
Begampur 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 Begampur
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biharsharif to Begampur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Begampur
Where is Begampur located?
Begampur village is located in Noorsarai Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Begampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Begampur is Mamurabad.
What is the pincode of Begampur?
The pincode of Begampur is 803111.
What is the population of Begampur?
Begampur had a total population of 4,119, including 2,147 males and 1,972 females.
How many households are there in Begampur?
Begampur had 683 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begampur was 63.48%. Male literacy was 74.31% and female literacy was 51.47%.