Bahpur - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Bahpur is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Bahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahpur is 502275. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.4 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahpur
As per Census 2011, Bahpur village has a total population of 1,396 people, consisting of 695 males and 701 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 829 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Bahpur
Bahpur 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 Bahpur
Public transport in the Bahpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Anuppur to Bahpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bahpur
Where is Bahpur located?
Bahpur village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahpur?
Bahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahpur?
The pincode of Bahpur is 484881.
What is the population of Bahpur?
Bahpur has a total population of 1,396, including 695 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Bahpur?
There are 446 households in Bahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahpur is 40.62%. Male literacy is 50.50% and female literacy is 30.81%.