Shrikant Pur - Bairia, Ballia
Shrikant Pur is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Shrikant Pur Urf Narayangarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shrikant Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shrikant Pur is 199936. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.82 hectares and falls under the 277208 pincode.
Shrikant Pur 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 Shrikant Pur
As per Census 2011, Shrikant Pur village has a total population of 4,693 people, consisting of 2,403 males and 2,290 females. The village has 685 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 653 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,092 literate and 1,601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 533 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 330 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shrikant Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,693 | 2,403 | 2,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 653 | 361 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 288 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 169 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 3,092 | 1,773 | 1,319 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,601 | 630 | 971 |
Nearby Villages of Shrikant Pur
Shrikant Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Araji Mafi Moon Chhupra Ii | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Sabalpur | South | 1.54 km |
| Durjanpur | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Gangapur | East | 1.82 km |
| Araji Mafi Moon Chhupra I | West | 1.87 km |
| Karmanpur | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Moon Chhupra | West | 2.61 km |
| Talibpur | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Shri Nagar | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Dalpatpur | South | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shrikant Pur
Shrikant Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dal Chapra, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Shrikant Pur is about 32 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 Shrikant Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shrikant Pur 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 Shrikant Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shrikant Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shrikant Pur
Where is Shrikant Pur located?
Shrikant Pur village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shrikant Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shrikant Pur is Shrikant Pur Urf Narayangarh.
What is the pincode of Shrikant Pur?
The pincode of Shrikant Pur is 277208.
What is the population of Shrikant Pur?
Shrikant Pur has a total population of 4,693, including 2,403 males and 2,290 females.
How many households are there in Shrikant Pur?
There are 685 households in Shrikant Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Shrikant Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shrikant Pur is 65.89%. Male literacy is 73.78% and female literacy is 57.60%.