Bholapur Shankhapur - Meerganj, Bareilly
Bholapur Shankhapur is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Panvaria Mustakil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bholapur Shankhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholapur Shankhapur is 129761. The village covers a total geographical area of 542.66 hectares and falls under the 243502 pincode. Fatehganj West is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bholapur Shankhapur 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 Bholapur Shankhapur
As per Census 2011, Bholapur Shankhapur village has a total population of 685 people, consisting of 400 males and 285 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 712 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 259 literate and 426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bholapur Shankhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 685 | 400 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 186 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 214 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Bholapur Shankhapur
Bholapur Shankhapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panvaria Ehatmali | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Haibatpur | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Khilchipur Mustakil | East | 1.65 km |
| Rohtapur | South | 1.72 km |
| Khilchipur Ehatmali | East | 2.11 km |
| Mubarkpur | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Bichra Balkishanpur | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Meerapur | East | 2.36 km |
| Panvaria Mustakil | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Shyampur | North-West | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bholapur Shankhapur
Public transport in the Bholapur Shankhapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parsa Khera, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fatehganj West to Bholapur Shankhapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Bholapur Shankhapur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bholapur Shankhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholapur Shankhapur 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 Bholapur Shankhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholapur Shankhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bholapur Shankhapur
Where is Bholapur Shankhapur located?
Bholapur Shankhapur village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bholapur Shankhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bholapur Shankhapur is Panvaria Mustakil.
What is the pincode of Bholapur Shankhapur?
The pincode of Bholapur Shankhapur is 243502.
What is the population of Bholapur Shankhapur?
Bholapur Shankhapur has a total population of 685, including 400 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Bholapur Shankhapur?
There are 121 households in Bholapur Shankhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bholapur Shankhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholapur Shankhapur is 37.81%. Male literacy is 46.50% and female literacy is 25.61%.