Wajidpur - Bairia, Ballia
Wajidpur is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Wajidpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wajidpur is 200027. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.78 hectares and falls under the 277204 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Wajidpur 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 Wajidpur
As per Census 2011, Wajidpur village has a total population of 1,146 people, consisting of 644 males and 502 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 779 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 871 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wajidpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,146 | 644 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 89 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 515 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 129 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Wajidpur
Wajidpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murli Chhapra | North | 1.17 km |
| Pochhri | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Rampur(magrib) | East | 1.48 km |
| Dalki | West | 1.61 km |
| Dalan Chhapra | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Araji English Bhawani Singh I | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Dharmapur | East | 1.85 km |
| Horwahi | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Dokari | South | 2.06 km |
| Araji English Hukum Raut | West | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wajidpur
Wajidpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bakulha, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ballia to Wajidpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Wajidpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wajidpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wajidpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Wajidpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wajidpur 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wajidpur
Where is Wajidpur located?
Wajidpur village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wajidpur?
Wajidpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wajidpur?
The pincode of Wajidpur is 277204.
What is the population of Wajidpur?
Wajidpur has a total population of 1,146, including 644 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Wajidpur?
There are 155 households in Wajidpur.
What is the literacy rate in Wajidpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wajidpur is 76.00%. Male literacy is 79.97% and female literacy is 70.92%.