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
According to the 2011 Census, Birampur village had a total population of 785 people, including 366 males and 419 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.08%, with male literacy at 95.95% and female literacy at 92.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 463.
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 | 785 | 366 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 216 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 785, including 366 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Birampur?
Birampur had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birampur was 94.08%. Male literacy was 95.95% and female literacy was 92.53%.