Birpur - Mankapur, Gonda
Birpur is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Veerpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birpur is 175893. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.98 hectares and falls under the 271305 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birpur
As per Census 2011, Birpur village has a total population of 3,446 people, consisting of 1,672 males and 1,774 females. The village has 590 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 599 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,659 literate and 1,787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 835 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,446 | 1,672 | 1,774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 599 | 305 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 835 | 395 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,659 | 957 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,787 | 715 | 1,072 |
Nearby Villages of Birpur
Birpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsa Dulla | South | 1.20 km |
| Sagavan | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Bagdar Grint | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Chand Dabar | East | 1.92 km |
| Gondahi | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Vetwa | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Charu | South | 2.11 km |
| Nagra Buzurg | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Ullaha | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Mavaee | West | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birpur
Public transport in the Birpur is mainly available through bus services. 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Birpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Birpur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Birpur
Where is Birpur located?
Birpur village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birpur is Veerpur.
What is the pincode of Birpur?
The pincode of Birpur is 271305.
What is the population of Birpur?
Birpur has a total population of 3,446, including 1,672 males and 1,774 females.
How many households are there in Birpur?
There are 590 households in Birpur.
What is the literacy rate in Birpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birpur is 48.14%. Male literacy is 57.24% and female literacy is 39.57%.