Bakenia Birpur - Meerganj, Bareilly
Bakenia Birpur is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Bakenia Birpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakenia Birpur is 129559. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.19 hectares and falls under the 243505 pincode. Meerganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bakenia Birpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakenia Birpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bakenia Birpur village had a total population of 1,707 people, including 911 males and 796 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.59%, with male literacy at 46.40% and female literacy at 29.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 1,707 | 911 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 133 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 361 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,154 | 550 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Bakenia Birpur
Bakenia Birpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thiria Kalyanpur | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Dunki | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Dunka | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Anandpur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Mandwa Banshipur | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Dhaneli | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Aksaura | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Bhamora | East | 2.93 km |
| Sultanpur | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Ganeshpur | North | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bakenia Birpur
Bakenia Birpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagaria Sadat, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meerganj to Bakenia Birpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Bakenia Birpur is about 38 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 Bakenia Birpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakenia Birpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bakenia Birpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakenia Birpur 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 Bakenia Birpur
Where is Bakenia Birpur located?
Bakenia Birpur village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakenia Birpur?
Bakenia Birpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bakenia Birpur?
The pincode of Bakenia Birpur is 243505.
What is the population of Bakenia Birpur?
Bakenia Birpur had a total population of 1,707, including 911 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Bakenia Birpur?
Bakenia Birpur had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakenia Birpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakenia Birpur was 38.59%. Male literacy was 46.40% and female literacy was 29.31%.