Walipur - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Walipur is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Sauli Rupauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Walipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walipur is 219414. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Walipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Walipur
As per Census 2011, Walipur village has a total population of 1,977 people, consisting of 1,039 males and 938 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 780 literate and 1,197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,977 | 1,039 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 204 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 89 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 499 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,197 | 540 | 657 |
Nearby Villages of Walipur
Walipur 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 Walipur
Public transport in the Walipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belsand to Walipur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Walipur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walipur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Walipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Walipur
Where is Walipur located?
Walipur village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Walipur is Sauli Rupauli.
What is the pincode of Walipur?
The pincode of Walipur is 843316.
What is the population of Walipur?
Walipur has a total population of 1,977, including 1,039 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Walipur?
There are 409 households in Walipur.
What is the literacy rate in Walipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walipur is 39.45%. Male literacy is 48.03% and female literacy is 29.96%.