Babupur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Babupur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gonda.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babupur is 174832. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.12 hectares and falls under the 271503 pincode. Karnail Ganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Babupur is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babupur
As per Census 2011, Babupur village has a total population of 2,874 people, consisting of 1,514 males and 1,360 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,240 literate and 1,634 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,874 | 1,514 | 1,360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 289 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 127 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 1,240 | 760 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,634 | 754 | 880 |
Nearby Villages of Babupur
Babupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchupur | North | 1.23 km |
| Charera | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Ranjeetpur | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Chaya Purwa | East | 1.52 km |
| Jagata Pur | North | 1.99 km |
| Sisai Joga | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Bhansaha | East | 2.20 km |
| Tilka | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Shah Jot | North | 2.55 km |
| Lalpur | South | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babupur
The nearest railway station is Kathola, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnail Ganj to Babupur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Babupur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Babupur
Where is Babupur located?
Babupur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Babupur?
The pincode of Babupur is 271503.
What is the population of Babupur?
Babupur has a total population of 2,874, including 1,514 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Babupur?
There are 382 households in Babupur.
What is the literacy rate in Babupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupur is 43.15%. Male literacy is 50.20% and female literacy is 35.29%.