Barahpur - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Barahpur is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Barahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barahpur is 177270. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.26 hectares and falls under the 272151 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumariyaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Barahpur village had a total population of 1,451 people, including 749 males and 702 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.79%, with male literacy at 66.45% and female literacy at 50.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 1,451 | 749 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 138 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 406 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 343 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Barahpur
Barahpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patkhauli | South | 1.09 km |
| Bagwaparain | North | 1.18 km |
| Kolhui | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Ramwapur | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Mirwapur | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Khirauha | East | 1.56 km |
| Didye | North | 1.86 km |
| Parsohia | West | 2.07 km |
| Banagarory | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Khoriya Shiv Baks | West | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barahpur
Barahpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Govindnagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Siddharthnagar to Barahpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Barahpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barahpur 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 Barahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barahpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barahpur
Where is Barahpur located?
Barahpur village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barahpur?
Barahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barahpur?
The pincode of Barahpur is 272151.
What is the population of Barahpur?
Barahpur had a total population of 1,451, including 749 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Barahpur?
Barahpur had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barahpur was 58.79%. Male literacy was 66.45% and female literacy was 50.92%.