Bakspur - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Bakspur is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Meerbakaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakspur is 194271. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.82 hectares and falls under the 276206 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bakspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakspur
According to the 2011 Census, Bakspur village had a total population of 810 people, including 385 males and 425 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.37%, with male literacy at 78.50% and female literacy at 55.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 808.
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 | 810 | 385 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 64 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 808 | 384 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 252 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 133 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Bakspur
Bakspur 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 Bakspur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bakspur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bakspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Bakspur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakspur
Where is Bakspur located?
Bakspur village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakspur is Meerbakaspur.
What is the pincode of Bakspur?
The pincode of Bakspur is 276206.
What is the population of Bakspur?
Bakspur had a total population of 810, including 385 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Bakspur?
Bakspur had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakspur was 66.37%. Male literacy was 78.50% and female literacy was 55.46%.