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
According to the 2011 Census, Babupur village had a total population of 852 people, including 461 males and 391 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.69%, with male literacy at 74.81% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 553.
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 | 852 | 461 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 72 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 295 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 852, including 461 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Babupur?
Babupur had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupur was 63.69%. Male literacy was 74.81% and female literacy was 50.00%.