Bhawanipur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Bhawanipur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Bhawanipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawanipur is 212477. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.37 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhawanipur 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 Bhawanipur
As per Census 2011, Bhawanipur village has a total population of 785 people, consisting of 408 males and 377 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 531 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhawanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 785 | 408 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 318 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 90 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Damoder Patti | North | 1.20 km |
| Govindpur | South | 1.43 km |
| Dharammerpur | West | 1.51 km |
| Chandapur | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Niyamatpur Kalan | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Ram Chak | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Bela | South | 2.33 km |
| Muradev | North | 2.42 km |
| Gangpur | West | 2.48 km |
| Madhopur | North | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhawanipur
Bhawanipur 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 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mirzapur to Bhawanipur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Bhawanipur 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 Bhawanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhawanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawanipur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bhawanipur
Where is Bhawanipur located?
Bhawanipur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhawanipur?
The pincode of Bhawanipur is 231304.
What is the population of Bhawanipur?
Bhawanipur has a total population of 785, including 408 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Bhawanipur?
There are 133 households in Bhawanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawanipur is 67.64%. Male literacy is 77.94% and female literacy is 56.50%.