Barbakpur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Barbakpur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Ghatmpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbakpur is 212638. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.44 hectares and falls under the 231301 pincode. Ahraura is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Barbakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbakpur
As per Census 2011, Barbakpur village has a total population of 670 people, consisting of 360 males and 310 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 473 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbakpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 670 | 360 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 66 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 265 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 95 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Barbakpur
Barbakpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Araji Lijhari | West | 1.07 km |
| Gothaura | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Rajauli | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Farhada | South | 1.68 km |
| Ghatampur | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Hinauti Mafi | North | 1.77 km |
| Kauria Kalan | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Mujdih | South | 1.94 km |
| Amdaha | East | 2.09 km |
| Almapur | North | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barbakpur
Barbakpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 36.4 km.
| 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 Ahraura to Barbakpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Barbakpur 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 Barbakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barbakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbakpur 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 Barbakpur
Where is Barbakpur located?
Barbakpur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbakpur is Ghatmpur.
What is the pincode of Barbakpur?
The pincode of Barbakpur is 231301.
What is the population of Barbakpur?
Barbakpur has a total population of 670, including 360 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Barbakpur?
There are 126 households in Barbakpur.
What is the literacy rate in Barbakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbakpur is 70.60%. Male literacy is 73.61% and female literacy is 67.10%.