Balrampur - Tanda, Ambedkar Nagar
Balrampur is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tanda and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Balrampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balrampur is 167097. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.2 hectares and falls under the 224145 pincode. Iltifatganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Balrampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tanda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balrampur
As per Census 2011, Balrampur village has a total population of 2,100 people, consisting of 1,039 males and 1,061 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,267 literate and 833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 624 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balrampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,100 | 1,039 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 158 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 319 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,267 | 697 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 833 | 342 | 491 |
Nearby Villages of Balrampur
Balrampur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Semariya | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Yadavpur | North | 0.93 km |
| Madarpur | South | 1.15 km |
| Tajpur | East | 1.28 km |
| Gowa Makrand | West | 1.56 km |
| Tiwaripur | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Khurkhuri | North | 1.71 km |
| Aashapara | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Chitwai | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Bhojpur | West | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balrampur
Balrampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Katahri, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.7 km.
| 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 Iltifatganj to Balrampur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Balrampur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balrampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balrampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balrampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balrampur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Balrampur
Where is Balrampur located?
Balrampur village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balrampur?
Balrampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balrampur?
The pincode of Balrampur is 224145.
What is the population of Balrampur?
Balrampur has a total population of 2,100, including 1,039 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Balrampur?
There are 287 households in Balrampur.
What is the literacy rate in Balrampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balrampur is 60.33%. Male literacy is 67.08% and female literacy is 53.72%.