Babupur - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Babupur is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Karnpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babupur is 369299. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode.
Babupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Babupur
According to the 2011 Census, Babupur village had a total population of 718 people, including 364 males and 354 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.93%, with male literacy at 67.59% and female literacy at 39.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 718 | 364 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 196 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 168 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Babupur
Babupur 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 Babupur
Babupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Babupur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Babupur
Where is Babupur located?
Babupur village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Babupur is Karnpura.
What is the pincode of Babupur?
The pincode of Babupur is 814145.
What is the population of Babupur?
Babupur had a total population of 718, including 364 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Babupur?
Babupur had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupur was 53.93%. Male literacy was 67.59% and female literacy was 39.93%.