Bahpur
Bahpur is a village located in Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Pushparajgarh (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Bahpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bahpur unique in its vibrant Pushparajgarh-Anuppur region. You’ll see Bahpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bahpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahpur is 502275. The village spans a total geographical area of 241.4 hectares. Anuppur is nearest town to Bahpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bahpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bahpur
Population of Bahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bahpur has a total population of about 1,396, with approximately 695 males and 701 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 237 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,268 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 81. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.62%, with male literacy at about 50.50% and female literacy near 30.81%. There are around 446 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bahpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,396 | 695 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 123 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,268 | 630 | 638 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 351 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 344 | 485 |
Connectivity of Bahpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahpur. As per the 2011 stats, Bahpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bahpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Bahpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bahpur
- Where is Bahpur located?
- Bahpur village is situated in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bahpur?
- Bahpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahpur is 1,396, with 695 males and 701 females.
- How many households are there in Bahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bahpur village has a total of 446 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahpur is 40.62%. The male literacy rate is 50.50%, while the female literacy rate is 30.81%.