Begampur - Hardwar, Haridwar
Begampur is a village situated in the Hardwar tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Hardwar and around 9 km from Hardwar (rosanabad). Khedli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Begampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begampur is 056673. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.86 hectares and falls under the 249401 pincode. Hardwar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Begampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jwalapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begampur
As per Census 2011, Begampur village has a total population of 420 people, consisting of 222 males and 198 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Begampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | 222 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 221 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 176 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 46 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Begampur
Begampur 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 Begampur
Begampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Begampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Hardwar to Begampur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar (rosanabad) to Begampur is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Begampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begampur 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 Begampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Begampur
Where is Begampur located?
Begampur village is located in Hardwar Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Begampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Begampur is Khedli.
What is the pincode of Begampur?
The pincode of Begampur is 249401.
What is the population of Begampur?
Begampur has a total population of 420, including 222 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Begampur?
There are 77 households in Begampur.
What is the literacy rate in Begampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begampur is 70.00%. Male literacy is 79.28% and female literacy is 59.60%.