Meghupur - Harraiya, Basti
Meghupur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Unji Mustahkam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meghupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghupur is 180402. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.14 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Meghupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghupur
According to the 2011 Census, Meghupur village had a total population of 223 people, including 130 males and 93 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 715 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.78%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 49.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 223 | 130 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 50 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 90 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 40 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Meghupur
Meghupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadara Tappa Unji | North-West | 0.65 km |
| Sirsiya | East | 0.87 km |
| Raiyal | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Natava Jot | South | 1.30 km |
| Chilma Chaube | East | 1.43 km |
| Baragal | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Barokhar | East | 1.51 km |
| Lara | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Hariharpur | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Saimiya | North-East | 1.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meghupur
Meghupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Goshainganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.7 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 Basti to Meghupur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Meghupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meghupur
Where is Meghupur located?
Meghupur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghupur is Unji Mustahkam.
What is the pincode of Meghupur?
The pincode of Meghupur is 272131.
What is the population of Meghupur?
Meghupur had a total population of 223, including 130 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Meghupur?
Meghupur had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghupur was 68.78%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 49.38%.