Balapur - Jamunaha, Shrawasti
Balapur is a village situated in the Jamunaha tehsil of Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from Bhinga and around 54 km from Bhinga. Balapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balapur is 172605. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.99 hectares and falls under the 271840 pincode. Bhinga is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Balapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhinga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balapur
As per Census 2011, Balapur village has a total population of 1,718 people, consisting of 912 males and 806 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 709 literate and 1,009 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,718 | 912 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 166 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 143 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 476 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,009 | 436 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Balapur
Balapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Balapur
Balapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhinga to Balapur is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balapur 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 Balapur
Where is Balapur located?
Balapur village is located in Jamunaha Tehsil, Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balapur?
Balapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balapur?
The pincode of Balapur is 271840.
What is the population of Balapur?
Balapur has a total population of 1,718, including 912 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Balapur?
There are 311 households in Balapur.
What is the literacy rate in Balapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balapur is 41.27%. Male literacy is 52.19% and female literacy is 28.91%.