Babauri - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Babauri is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Babauri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babauri is 133320. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.6 hectares and falls under the 242401 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Babauri 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 Tilhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babauri
According to the 2011 Census, Babauri village had a total population of 1,268 people, including 673 males and 595 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.01%, with male literacy at 79.62% and female literacy at 51.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 805.
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 | 1,268 | 673 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 94 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 805 | 433 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 713 | 461 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 212 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Babauri
Babauri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipariya Pahladpur | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Gahira | North | 1.22 km |
| Jalalabad | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Kanja | East | 1.64 km |
| Sutnera | South | 2.02 km |
| Pipariya Das | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Gauhania Sukhai | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Pilkhana | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Kirtapur | North | 2.58 km |
| Bhatpura Rasoolpur | West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babauri
Babauri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bartara, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Babauri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Babauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Babauri
Where is Babauri located?
Babauri village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babauri?
Babauri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Babauri?
The pincode of Babauri is 242401.
What is the population of Babauri?
Babauri had a total population of 1,268, including 673 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Babauri?
Babauri had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babauri was 67.01%. Male literacy was 79.62% and female literacy was 51.96%.