Balpur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Balpur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Suraina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balpur is 193197. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.96 hectares and falls under the 276135 pincode.
Balpur 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 Balpur
According to the 2011 Census, Balpur village had a total population of 208 people, including 97 males and 111 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,144 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.06%, with male literacy at 82.19% and female literacy at 60.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 208 | 97 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 37 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Balpur
Balpur 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 Balpur
Public transport in the Balpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Balpur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balpur 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 Balpur
Where is Balpur located?
Balpur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balpur is Suraina.
What is the pincode of Balpur?
The pincode of Balpur is 276135.
What is the population of Balpur?
Balpur had a total population of 208, including 97 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Balpur?
Balpur had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balpur was 70.06%. Male literacy was 82.19% and female literacy was 60.64%.