Basmatiya - Narpatganj, Araria
Basmatiya is a village situated in the Narpatganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narpatganj and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Basmatiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basmatiya is 221486. The village covers a total geographical area of 580 hectares and falls under the 854336 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Basmatiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basmatiya
As per Census 2011, Basmatiya village has a total population of 10,756 people, consisting of 5,571 males and 5,185 females. The village has 1,986 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,382 literate and 5,374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,507 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basmatiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,756 | 5,571 | 5,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,195 | 1,113 | 1,082 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,507 | 759 | 748 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 5,382 | 3,221 | 2,161 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,374 | 2,350 | 3,024 |
Nearby Villages of Basmatiya
Basmatiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagir Arazi Kaskapur | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Dombana | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Koskapur | West | 2.42 km |
| Bauraha | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Jitwarpur | South | 2.91 km |
| Jhirwa | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Banaili Patti | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Bhairoganj | North | 3.31 km |
| Gidarmari | West | 3.36 km |
| Ranipatti | West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basmatiya
Basmatiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Basmatiya is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Basmatiya is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basmatiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basmatiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basmatiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basmatiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Basmatiya
Where is Basmatiya located?
Basmatiya village is located in Narpatganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basmatiya?
Basmatiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basmatiya?
The pincode of Basmatiya is 854336.
What is the population of Basmatiya?
Basmatiya has a total population of 10,756, including 5,571 males and 5,185 females.
How many households are there in Basmatiya?
There are 1,986 households in Basmatiya.
What is the literacy rate in Basmatiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basmatiya is 50.04%. Male literacy is 57.82% and female literacy is 41.68%.