Babhanpur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Babhanpur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Babhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babhanpur is 201262. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.96 hectares and falls under the 222202 pincode.
Babhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Babhanpur village had a total population of 1,365 people, including 626 males and 739 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 1,181 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.14%, with male literacy at 81.91% and female literacy at 55.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 378.
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 | 1,365 | 626 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 123 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 181 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 412 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 214 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Babhanpur
Babhanpur 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 Babhanpur
Babhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Babhanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jaunpur to Babhanpur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babhanpur 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 Babhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babhanpur
Where is Babhanpur located?
Babhanpur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babhanpur?
Babhanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babhanpur?
The pincode of Babhanpur is 222202.
What is the population of Babhanpur?
Babhanpur had a total population of 1,365, including 626 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Babhanpur?
Babhanpur had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babhanpur was 67.14%. Male literacy was 81.91% and female literacy was 55.22%.