Begpur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Begpur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Jolaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Begpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begpur is 193043. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 276135 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Begpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begpur
As per Census 2011, Begpur village has a total population of 707 people, consisting of 343 males and 364 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 598 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Begpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 707 | 343 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 40 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 598 | 289 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 267 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 76 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Begpur
Begpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Savarupur | West | 0.77 km |
| Phulwariya | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Chak Manjhariya | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Jolhapur | East | 1.40 km |
| Khutauli | West | 1.47 km |
| Nawapura | West | 1.66 km |
| Bisauli | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Akhapur | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Newada | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Jamin Shanti | North | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Begpur
Begpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Begpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Begpur is about 11 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 Begpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Begpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Begpur
Where is Begpur located?
Begpur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Begpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Begpur is Jolaha.
What is the pincode of Begpur?
The pincode of Begpur is 276135.
What is the population of Begpur?
Begpur has a total population of 707, including 343 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Begpur?
There are 109 households in Begpur.
What is the literacy rate in Begpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begpur is 64.50%. Male literacy is 77.84% and female literacy is 51.92%.