Basdiha - Piro, Bhojpur
Basdiha is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Amehta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basdiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basdiha is 247338. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 802207 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Basdiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basdiha
According to the 2011 Census, Basdiha village had a total population of 1,212 people, including 639 males and 573 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.89%, with male literacy at 79.66% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
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 | 1,212 | 639 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 103 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 148 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 427 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 212 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Basdiha
Basdiha 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 Basdiha
Basdiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Basdiha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Basdiha is about 65 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 Basdiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basdiha 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 Basdiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basdiha 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 Basdiha
Where is Basdiha located?
Basdiha village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basdiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Basdiha is Amehta.
What is the pincode of Basdiha?
The pincode of Basdiha is 802207.
What is the population of Basdiha?
Basdiha had a total population of 1,212, including 639 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Basdiha?
Basdiha had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basdiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basdiha was 67.89%. Male literacy was 79.66% and female literacy was 54.55%.