Barampur - Narsan, Haridwar
Barampur is a village situated in the Narsan tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Roorkee and around 58 km from Hardwar. Brahmpur Shankarpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barampur is 056587. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.97 hectares and falls under the 247670 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Roorkee Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barampur
As per Census 2011, Barampur village has a total population of 2,627 people, consisting of 1,418 males and 1,209 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,677 literate and 950 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,627 | 1,418 | 1,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 195 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,298 | 700 | 598 |
| Literate Population | 1,677 | 972 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 950 | 446 | 504 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Barampur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Barampur is about 58 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 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barampur
Where is Barampur located?
Barampur village is located in Narsan Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barampur is Brahmpur Shankarpuri.
What is the pincode of Barampur?
The pincode of Barampur is 247670.
What is the population of Barampur?
Barampur has a total population of 2,627, including 1,418 males and 1,209 females.
How many households are there in Barampur?
There are 437 households in Barampur.
What is the literacy rate in Barampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barampur is 63.84%. Male literacy is 68.55% and female literacy is 58.31%.