Poopah Dever - Utraula, Balrampur
Poopah Dever is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Majhaua Kand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poopah Dever village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poopah Dever is 173957. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 271603 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Poopah Dever village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poopah Dever
According to the 2011 Census, Poopah Dever village had a total population of 692 people, including 358 males and 334 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.28%, with male literacy at 72.35% and female literacy at 50.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 692 | 358 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 47 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 225 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 133 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Poopah Dever
Poopah Dever 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Terahwa Ahema | South-East | 0.70 km |
| Gokula Mafee | South | 1.07 km |
| Majhaua Kand | North | 1.13 km |
| Ranipur | West | 1.17 km |
| Belai Bujurg | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Basti | East | 1.41 km |
| Gogathar | East | 1.58 km |
| Faqirapur | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Jafrabad | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Paraspur | North-West | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poopah Dever
Poopah Dever is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gainjahwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Utraula to Poopah Dever is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Poopah Dever 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 Poopah Dever
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poopah Dever village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Poopah Dever
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poopah Dever village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Poopah Dever
Where is Poopah Dever located?
Poopah Dever village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poopah Dever?
The Gram Panchayat of Poopah Dever is Majhaua Kand.
What is the pincode of Poopah Dever?
The pincode of Poopah Dever is 271603.
What is the population of Poopah Dever?
Poopah Dever had a total population of 692, including 358 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Poopah Dever?
Poopah Dever had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poopah Dever?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poopah Dever was 62.28%. Male literacy was 72.35% and female literacy was 50.56%.