Barampur - Laksar, Haridwar
Barampur is a village situated in the Laksar tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Laksar and around 59 km from Hardwar. Khanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barampur is 056863. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.66 hectares and falls under the 247663 pincode. Laksar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Laksar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barampur
According to the 2011 Census, Barampur village had a total population of 255 people, including 137 males and 118 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.44%, with male literacy at 83.19% and female literacy at 64.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
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 | 255 | 137 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 89 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 99 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 38 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Barampur
Barampur 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 Barampur
Barampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Laksar to Barampur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Barampur is about 59 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 Barampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barampur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barampur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barampur
Where is Barampur located?
Barampur village is located in Laksar Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barampur is Khanpur.
What is the pincode of Barampur?
The pincode of Barampur is 247663.
What is the population of Barampur?
Barampur had a total population of 255, including 137 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Barampur?
Barampur had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barampur was 74.44%. Male literacy was 83.19% and female literacy was 64.42%.