Babupur - Kundhit, Jamtara
Babupur is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Babupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babupur is 373213. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.94 hectares and falls under the 815359 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 1,847 people, including 959 males and 888 females, living in 455 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.44%, with male literacy at 74.25% and female literacy at 53.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 606, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 186.
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 | 1,847 | 959 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 124 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 315 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 100 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 1,040 | 620 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 339 | 468 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jamtara to Babupur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Babupur
Where is Babupur located?
Babupur village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babupur?
Babupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babupur?
The pincode of Babupur is 815359.
What is the population of Babupur?
Babupur had a total population of 1,847, including 959 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Babupur?
Babupur had 455 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupur was 64.44%. Male literacy was 74.25% and female literacy was 53.92%.