Banpura - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Banpura is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Bhujpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banpura is 458552. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.65 hectares and falls under the 471318 pincode. Buxwaha is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Banpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Banpura
According to the 2011 Census, Banpura village had a total population of 129 people, including 66 males and 63 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.68%, with male literacy at 80.70% and female literacy at 40.00%.
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 | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 46 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 20 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Banpura
Banpura 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 Banpura
Banpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxwaha to Banpura is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Banpura 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 Banpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banpura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banpura 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 Banpura
Where is Banpura located?
Banpura village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Banpura is Bhujpura.
What is the pincode of Banpura?
The pincode of Banpura is 471318.
What is the population of Banpura?
Banpura had a total population of 129, including 66 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Banpura?
Banpura had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banpura was 61.68%. Male literacy was 80.70% and female literacy was 40.00%.