Bashupur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Bashupur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Musepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bashupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bashupur is 212543. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.4 hectares and falls under the 231302 pincode. Chunar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bashupur 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 Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bashupur
According to the 2011 Census, Bashupur village had a total population of 522 people, including 269 males and 253 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.10%, with male literacy at 84.10% and female literacy at 61.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 522 | 269 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 201 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 68 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Bashupur
Bashupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maigalpur | North | 0.60 km |
| Musepur | West | 0.64 km |
| Ibrahimpur | South-East | 0.69 km |
| Roshanpur | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Samadpur | North | 1.24 km |
| Chak Gaus | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Naithi Pachawa | East | 1.43 km |
| Barew | West | 1.56 km |
| Garauri (ct) | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Hasapur | South-East | 1.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bashupur
Bashupur 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 Ahraura Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chunar to Bashupur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Bashupur is about 55 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 Bashupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bashupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bashupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bashupur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bashupur
Where is Bashupur located?
Bashupur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bashupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bashupur is Musepur.
What is the pincode of Bashupur?
The pincode of Bashupur is 231302.
What is the population of Bashupur?
Bashupur had a total population of 522, including 269 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Bashupur?
Bashupur had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bashupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bashupur was 73.10%. Male literacy was 84.10% and female literacy was 61.26%.