Babupur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Babupur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Baburampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babupur is 201019. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.86 hectares and falls under the 222202 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Babupur 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 Babupur
According to the 2011 Census, Babupur village had a total population of 618 people, including 326 males and 292 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.32%, with male literacy at 87.54% and female literacy at 72.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 618 | 326 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 253 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 73 | 100 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harpur Soudh | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Rampur Dan | East | 1.20 km |
| Jagatpur | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Kaili Deeh | West | 1.65 km |
| Bhilampur | North | 2.25 km |
| Pali | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Dan | East | 2.60 km |
| Samargunji | East | 2.65 km |
| Sarai Kewat | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Narainpur Khurd | North-West | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babupur
Public transport in the Babupur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Suwansa, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Babupur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Babupur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babupur 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 Babupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babupur 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 Babupur
Where is Babupur located?
Babupur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Babupur is Baburampur.
What is the pincode of Babupur?
The pincode of Babupur is 222202.
What is the population of Babupur?
Babupur had a total population of 618, including 326 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Babupur?
Babupur had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupur was 80.32%. Male literacy was 87.54% and female literacy was 72.45%.