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
According to the 2011 Census, Babupur village had a total population of 2,874 people, including 1,514 males and 1,360 females, living in 382 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.74%, with male literacy at 62.04% and female literacy at 42.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 234.
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 | 2,874 | 1,514 | 1,360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 289 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 127 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,874, including 1,514 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Babupur?
Babupur had 382 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupur was 52.74%. Male literacy was 62.04% and female literacy was 42.63%.