Birpur - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Birpur is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Birpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birpur is 206402. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.03 hectares and falls under the 233231 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
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 Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birpur
As per Census 2011, Birpur village has a total population of 8,560 people, consisting of 4,442 males and 4,118 females. The village has 1,348 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,496 literate and 4,064 illiterate residents. Additionally, 913 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,560 | 4,442 | 4,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,380 | 727 | 653 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 913 | 462 | 451 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 4,496 | 2,691 | 1,805 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,064 | 1,751 | 2,313 |
Nearby Villages of Birpur
Birpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Birpur
Birpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ghazipur to Birpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Birpur is about 40 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 Birpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 Birpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birpur
Where is Birpur located?
Birpur village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birpur?
Birpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birpur?
The pincode of Birpur is 233231.
What is the population of Birpur?
Birpur has a total population of 8,560, including 4,442 males and 4,118 females.
How many households are there in Birpur?
There are 1,348 households in Birpur.
What is the literacy rate in Birpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birpur is 52.52%. Male literacy is 60.58% and female literacy is 43.83%.