Begpur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Begpur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Begpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begpur is 212558. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.44 hectares and falls under the 231305 pincode.
Begpur 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 Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begpur
According to the 2011 Census, Begpur village had a total population of 1,556 people, including 807 males and 749 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.04%, with male literacy at 85.50% and female literacy at 65.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 224.
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 | 1,556 | 807 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 131 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 578 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 229 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Begpur
Begpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barjiwanpur | North | 0.92 km |
| Persia | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Bhopati | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Ramjipur | West | 1.21 km |
| Rupaidha | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Sonai | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Meerapur | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Agapur | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Darra | West | 2.12 km |
| Pratap Pur | West | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Begpur
Begpur 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 28.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mirzapur to Begpur 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 Begpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Begpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Begpur
Where is Begpur located?
Begpur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Begpur?
Begpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Begpur?
The pincode of Begpur is 231305.
What is the population of Begpur?
Begpur had a total population of 1,556, including 807 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Begpur?
Begpur had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begpur was 76.04%. Male literacy was 85.50% and female literacy was 65.76%.