Bagahi - Chunar, Mirzapur
Bagahi is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Baghi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagahi is 212467. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.26 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bagahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagahi
As per Census 2011, Bagahi village has a total population of 2,121 people, consisting of 1,109 males and 1,012 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,610 literate and 511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,121 | 1,109 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 136 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 125 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 1,610 | 917 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 192 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Bagahi
Bagahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Chak | East | 1.20 km |
| Dharammerpur | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Bela | East | 2.15 km |
| Gangpur | North | 2.18 km |
| Jalalpur Mafi | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Govindpur | East | 2.37 km |
| Chitrahan | West | 2.38 km |
| Naugaraha | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Keshavpur | South | 2.50 km |
| Pachewara | South-East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagahi
Bagahi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kailahat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mirzapur to Bagahi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Bagahi 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 Bagahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagahi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bagahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bagahi
Where is Bagahi located?
Bagahi village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagahi is Baghi.
What is the pincode of Bagahi?
The pincode of Bagahi is 231304.
What is the population of Bagahi?
Bagahi has a total population of 2,121, including 1,109 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Bagahi?
There are 393 households in Bagahi.
What is the literacy rate in Bagahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagahi is 75.91%. Male literacy is 82.69% and female literacy is 68.48%.