Balloopur - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Balloopur is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Ballopur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balloopur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balloopur is 164177. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.58 hectares and falls under the 225304 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Balloopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balloopur
According to the 2011 Census, Balloopur village had a total population of 2,842 people, including 1,535 males and 1,307 females, living in 517 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.15%, with male literacy at 42.81% and female literacy at 30.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295.
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 | 2,842 | 1,535 | 1,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 283 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 152 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 859 | 536 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,983 | 999 | 984 |
Nearby Villages of Balloopur
Balloopur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kyontali | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Dashwantpur | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Lalpur Karauta | East | 1.68 km |
| Durgapur Naubasta | West | 1.86 km |
| Govamanjhara | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Manjhari | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Gova | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Musariha | South | 2.66 km |
| Dhakwa | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Kutalupur | North-East | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balloopur
Balloopur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sundhiamau, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fatehpur to Balloopur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Balloopur is about 48 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 Balloopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balloopur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balloopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balloopur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balloopur
Where is Balloopur located?
Balloopur village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balloopur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balloopur is Ballopur.
What is the pincode of Balloopur?
The pincode of Balloopur is 225304.
What is the population of Balloopur?
Balloopur had a total population of 2,842, including 1,535 males and 1,307 females.
How many households are there in Balloopur?
Balloopur had 517 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balloopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balloopur was 37.15%. Male literacy was 42.81% and female literacy was 30.47%.