Begpur - Dhand St, Kaithal
Begpur is a village situated in the Dhand St tehsil of Kaithal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 20 km from Fatehpur Pundri and around 26 km from Kaithal. Begpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begpur is 058932. The village covers a total geographical area of 486 hectares and falls under the 136020 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Begpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pundri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begpur
According to the 2011 Census, Begpur village had a total population of 1,671 people, including 888 males and 783 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.38%, with male literacy at 73.01% and female literacy at 54.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248.
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 | 1,671 | 888 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 158 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 142 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 533 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 355 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Begpur
Begpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur | South | 2.41 km |
| Pobala | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Theh Malbora | East | 3.20 km |
| Thana | West | 3.23 km |
| Gumthala Garhu | North | 3.96 km |
| Jadola | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Bandrana | South | 4.61 km |
| Kheri Shishegran | North | 5.35 km |
| Balwanti | South-West | 5.45 km |
| Bherian | North-East | 6.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Begpur
Begpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tik, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kaithal to Begpur is about 26 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 Begpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Begpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begpur 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 Begpur
Where is Begpur located?
Begpur village is located in Dhand St Tehsil, Kaithal district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Begpur?
Begpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Begpur?
The pincode of Begpur is 136020.
What is the population of Begpur?
Begpur had a total population of 1,671, including 888 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Begpur?
Begpur had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begpur was 64.38%. Male literacy was 73.01% and female literacy was 54.74%.