Balmeetpur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Balmeetpur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Khetapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balmeetpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balmeetpur is 200047. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.3 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town.
Balmeetpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balmeetpur
According to the 2011 Census, Balmeetpur village had a total population of 561 people, including 292 males and 269 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.90%, with male literacy at 86.42% and female literacy at 59.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
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 | 561 | 292 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 229 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 63 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Balmeetpur
Balmeetpur 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 Balmeetpur
Balmeetpur 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 <5 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 Jaunpur to Balmeetpur is about 57 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 Balmeetpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balmeetpur 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 Balmeetpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balmeetpur 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 Balmeetpur
Where is Balmeetpur located?
Balmeetpur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balmeetpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Balmeetpur is Khetapur.
What is the pincode of Balmeetpur?
The pincode of Balmeetpur is 223101.
What is the population of Balmeetpur?
Balmeetpur had a total population of 561, including 292 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Balmeetpur?
Balmeetpur had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balmeetpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balmeetpur was 73.90%. Male literacy was 86.42% and female literacy was 59.92%.