Ban Gaon - Kalan, Shahjahanpur
Ban Gaon is a village situated in the Kalan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Jalalabad and around 60 km from Shahjahanpur. Vangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ban Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ban Gaon is 134718. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.94 hectares and falls under the 242127 pincode.
Ban Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalalabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ban Gaon
As per Census 2011, Ban Gaon village has a total population of 2,704 people, consisting of 1,453 males and 1,251 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 488 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,347 literate and 1,357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ban Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,704 | 1,453 | 1,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 251 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 164 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 1,347 | 863 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,357 | 590 | 767 |
Nearby Villages of Ban Gaon
Ban Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajepur Raipur | South | 1.32 km |
| Shankerpur Korer | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Sadikpur Jaitpur | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Sarai Ta. Bangaon | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Paharpur Nagla | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Sulemanpur Patti | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Singha Yusufpur | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Sikanderpur Kaysthan | North | 2.46 km |
| Doshpur Thok | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Imam Nagar Maver | South | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ban Gaon
Public transport in the Ban Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shamsabad, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Ban Gaon 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 Ban Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ban Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ban Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ban Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ban Gaon
Where is Ban Gaon located?
Ban Gaon village is located in Kalan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ban Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ban Gaon is Vangaon.
What is the pincode of Ban Gaon?
The pincode of Ban Gaon is 242127.
What is the population of Ban Gaon?
Ban Gaon has a total population of 2,704, including 1,453 males and 1,251 females.
How many households are there in Ban Gaon?
There are 453 households in Ban Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ban Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ban Gaon is 49.82%. Male literacy is 59.39% and female literacy is 38.69%.