Barpurwa - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Barpurwa is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Patraitha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barpurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barpurwa is 186131. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.31 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Bansgaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Barpurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Barpurwa
As per Census 2011, Barpurwa village has a total population of 576 people, consisting of 301 males and 275 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barpurwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 301 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 174 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 207 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 94 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Barpurwa
Barpurwa 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 Barpurwa
Barpurwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bansgaon to Barpurwa is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Barpurwa is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barpurwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barpurwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barpurwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barpurwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barpurwa
Where is Barpurwa located?
Barpurwa village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barpurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barpurwa is Patraitha.
What is the pincode of Barpurwa?
The pincode of Barpurwa is 273016.
What is the population of Barpurwa?
Barpurwa has a total population of 576, including 301 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Barpurwa?
There are 89 households in Barpurwa.
What is the literacy rate in Barpurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barpurwa is 58.33%. Male literacy is 68.77% and female literacy is 46.91%.