Babupur - Palojori, Deoghar
Babupur is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Barjori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babupur is 355559. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.85 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Jamtara is the nearest town.
Babupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babupur
According to the 2011 Census, Babupur village had a total population of 511 people, including 263 males and 248 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.30%, with male literacy at 83.89% and female literacy at 50.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 351.
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 | 511 | 263 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 182 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 177 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 86 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Babupur
Babupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hartopa | South-East | 0.86 km |
| Sagarbhanga | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Jaruwadih | West | 1.60 km |
| Kendjoriya | North | 1.78 km |
| Dhamnabad. | South | 1.84 km |
| Sikdardih | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Hemladih | East | 2.19 km |
| Pahrudih | North | 2.27 km |
| Chanddih | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Jabardaha | South | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babupur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Babupur. The nearest railway station is Kaseetar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Babupur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Babupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babupur
Where is Babupur located?
Babupur village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Babupur is Barjori.
What is the pincode of Babupur?
The pincode of Babupur is 814146.
What is the population of Babupur?
Babupur had a total population of 511, including 263 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Babupur?
Babupur had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupur was 67.30%. Male literacy was 83.89% and female literacy was 50.71%.