Balapur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Balapur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Sevrakund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balapur is 192886. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.07 hectares and falls under the 276135 pincode.
Balapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balapur
As per Census 2011, Balapur village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 251 males and 303 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,207 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 251 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 141 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 150 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 101 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Balapur
Balapur 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 Balapur
Balapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Azamgarh to Balapur 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 Balapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Balapur
Where is Balapur located?
Balapur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balapur is Sevrakund.
What is the pincode of Balapur?
The pincode of Balapur is 276135.
What is the population of Balapur?
Balapur has a total population of 554, including 251 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Balapur?
There are 91 households in Balapur.
What is the literacy rate in Balapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balapur is 55.23%. Male literacy is 59.76% and female literacy is 51.49%.