Babupur - Raghunathganj - II, Murshidabad
Babupur is a village situated in the Raghunathganj - II subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Lakshmijola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babupur is 314126. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.74 hectares and falls under the 742213 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Babupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Babupur
According to the 2011 Census, Babupur village had a total population of 2,193 people, including 1,108 males and 1,085 females, living in 417 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.65%, with male literacy at 58.84% and female literacy at 52.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 2,193 | 1,108 | 1,085 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 231 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 516 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,223 | 592 | 631 |
Nearby Villages of Babupur
Babupur 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 Babupur
Babupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Babupur.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jangipur to Babupur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Babupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babupur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Babupur
Where is Babupur located?
Babupur village is located in Raghunathganj - II Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Babupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Babupur is Lakshmijola.
What is the pincode of Babupur?
The pincode of Babupur is 742213.
What is the population of Babupur?
Babupur had a total population of 2,193, including 1,108 males and 1,085 females.
How many households are there in Babupur?
Babupur had 417 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupur was 55.65%. Male literacy was 58.84% and female literacy was 52.42%.