Bhopalpur - Bairia, Ballia
Bhopalpur is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Bhopalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhopalpur is 199889. The village covers a total geographical area of 476.2 hectares and falls under the 277209 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhopalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bairia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhopalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhopalpur village had a total population of 3,722 people, including 1,920 males and 1,802 females, living in 529 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.05%, with male literacy at 76.55% and female literacy at 42.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 259.
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 | 3,722 | 1,920 | 1,802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 312 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 114 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 140 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 1,865 | 1,231 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,857 | 689 | 1,168 |
Nearby Villages of Bhopalpur
Bhopalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Taluk Handiha | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Bhoj Chhapara | West | 1.61 km |
| Hadiha Kala | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Dattaha | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Rampur Mashrik Urf Bahadurpur | East | 2.21 km |
| Dhira Chhapara | West | 2.37 km |
| Kothilawa | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Chapra Sakhi | South | 2.49 km |
| Rampur Mashrik | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Hadiha Khurd | South-West | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhopalpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bhopalpur. The nearest railway station is Reoti, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Bhopalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Bhopalpur is about 36 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 Bhopalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhopalpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhopalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhopalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhopalpur
Where is Bhopalpur located?
Bhopalpur village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhopalpur?
Bhopalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhopalpur?
The pincode of Bhopalpur is 277209.
What is the population of Bhopalpur?
Bhopalpur had a total population of 3,722, including 1,920 males and 1,802 females.
How many households are there in Bhopalpur?
Bhopalpur had 529 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhopalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhopalpur was 60.05%. Male literacy was 76.55% and female literacy was 42.32%.