Birampur - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Birampur is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Bairampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birampur is 030885. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 144210 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Birampur 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 Birampur
As per Census 2011, Birampur village has a total population of 785 people, consisting of 366 males and 419 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 667 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 463 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 785 | 366 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 216 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 308 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 58 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Birampur
Birampur 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 Birampur
Birampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Birampur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Birampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birampur 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 Birampur
Where is Birampur located?
Birampur village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birampur is Bairampur.
What is the pincode of Birampur?
The pincode of Birampur is 144210.
What is the population of Birampur?
Birampur has a total population of 785, including 366 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Birampur?
There are 166 households in Birampur.
What is the literacy rate in Birampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birampur is 84.97%. Male literacy is 84.15% and female literacy is 85.68%.