Balrampur district

Balrampur is an administrative district in Uttar Pradesh situated across fertile plains fed by several rivers. The territory contains multiple towns and villages connected by rural roads, forming a network of settlements across the landscape.

The district was created through administrative reorganization when it separated from the larger districts of Gonda and Basti. This reconfiguration reshaped the territorial structure of the Uttar Pradesh region.

The district is home to Hindu and Muslim communities who celebrate major festivals together, with Diwali and Eid marking important moments in the social calendar. These shared celebrations shape how residents interact and maintain their neighborhoods.

Movement around the district relies on public buses and auto-rickshaws connecting towns and villages to the main administrative center. Visiting during the cooler months makes travel through the region more comfortable.

The district is known for rotating crops that change with the seasons, with farmers cultivating rice in one period and wheat in another across the same fields. This shifting agricultural pattern reflects how water from nearby rivers supports different farming practices throughout the year.

Location: Devipatan division

Inception: 1997

Capital city: Balrampur

Shares border with: Gonda district, Siddharthnagar district, Shravasti district

Website: http://balrampur.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 27.43330,82.18330

Latest update: December 20, 2025 16:02