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
As per Census 2011, Begpur village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 90 males and 98 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Begpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 90 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 188, including 90 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Begpur?
There are 42 households in Begpur.
What is the literacy rate in Begpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begpur is 50.53%. Male literacy is 54.44% and female literacy is 46.94%.