Kewalpur - Tulsipur, Balrampur
Kewalpur is a village situated in the Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tulsipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Padrauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kewalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewalpur is 173557. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.27 hectares and falls under the 271205 pincode. Tulsipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kewalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gainsari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kewalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kewalpur village had a total population of 362 people, including 189 males and 173 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.84%, with male literacy at 33.12% and female literacy at 13.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 362 | 189 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 52 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 137 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Kewalpur
Kewalpur 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 Kewalpur
Kewalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kewalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tulsipur to Kewalpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Kewalpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kewalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kewalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kewalpur
Where is Kewalpur located?
Kewalpur village is located in Tulsipur Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewalpur is Padrauna.
What is the pincode of Kewalpur?
The pincode of Kewalpur is 271205.
What is the population of Kewalpur?
Kewalpur had a total population of 362, including 189 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Kewalpur?
Kewalpur had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kewalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewalpur was 23.84%. Male literacy was 33.12% and female literacy was 13.79%.