Bastikia - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Bastikia is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Pothia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bastikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bastikia is 240282. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Bastikia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bastikia
According to the 2011 Census, Bastikia village had a total population of 351 people, including 201 males and 150 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 746 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.45%, with male literacy at 74.29% and female literacy at 53.17%.
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 | 351 | 201 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 130 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 71 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Bastikia
Bastikia 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 Bastikia
Bastikia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bastikia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Colgong to Bastikia is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Bastikia is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bastikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bastikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bastikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bastikia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bastikia
Where is Bastikia located?
Bastikia village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bastikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bastikia is Pothia.
What is the pincode of Bastikia?
The pincode of Bastikia is 813205.
What is the population of Bastikia?
Bastikia had a total population of 351, including 201 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Bastikia?
Bastikia had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bastikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bastikia was 65.45%. Male literacy was 74.29% and female literacy was 53.17%.