Bop - Harraiya, Basti
Bop is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Raghawapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bop village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bop is 179013. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.89 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bop village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bop
According to the 2011 Census, Bop village had a total population of 607 people, including 320 males and 287 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.63%, with male literacy at 91.39% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 607 | 320 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 244 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 76 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Bop
Bop 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanda Chaube | East | 0.80 km |
| Chaksar | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Bedipur | South | 1.14 km |
| Nandaur Mafi | North | 1.26 km |
| Raghawapur | West | 1.30 km |
| Kanikapur | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Misrauliya Durbasa | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Kanja Tiwari | North | 1.85 km |
| Lalpur Pandit | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Chakrim | North-West | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bop
Bop is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Parsa Tewari, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Basti to Bop is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bop
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bop 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bop
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bop 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bop
Where is Bop located?
Bop village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bop?
The Gram Panchayat of Bop is Raghawapur.
What is the pincode of Bop?
The pincode of Bop is 272131.
What is the population of Bop?
Bop had a total population of 607, including 320 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Bop?
Bop had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bop?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bop was 83.63%. Male literacy was 91.39% and female literacy was 75.00%.