Begpur - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Begpur is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Begpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begpur is 030754. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Begpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begpur
According to the 2011 Census, Begpur village had a total population of 188 people, including 90 males and 98 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.21%, with male literacy at 59.76% and female literacy at 52.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 188 | 90 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 41 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Begpur
Begpur 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 Begpur
Begpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Begpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Begpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Begpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Begpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Begpur
Where is Begpur located?
Begpur village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Begpur?
Begpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Begpur?
The pincode of Begpur is 144221.
What is the population of Begpur?
Begpur had a total population of 188, including 90 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Begpur?
Begpur had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begpur was 56.21%. Male literacy was 59.76% and female literacy was 52.87%.