Babupur - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Babupur is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Hetam Nagla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babupur is 132665. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.3 hectares and falls under the 242042 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town.
Babupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babupur
As per Census 2011, Babupur village has a total population of 852 people, consisting of 461 males and 391 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 449 literate and 403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 461 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 72 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 295 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 291 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 170 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Babupur
Babupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hetam Nagla | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Kandharpur Allahdadpur | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Chandpur J. Padri | South | 1.52 km |
| Padri J. Chandpur | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Hansapur | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Jallupur | North | 2.04 km |
| Singhapur Panai | East | 2.44 km |
| Raipur | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Kalyanpur Dharmai | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Udaipur Khakhra | West | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Babupur
Babupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kurraiya, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahjahanpur to Babupur 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 Babupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babupur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Babupur
Where is Babupur located?
Babupur village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Babupur is Hetam Nagla.
What is the pincode of Babupur?
The pincode of Babupur is 242042.
What is the population of Babupur?
Babupur has a total population of 852, including 461 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Babupur?
There are 161 households in Babupur.
What is the literacy rate in Babupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupur is 52.70%. Male literacy is 63.12% and female literacy is 40.41%.