Basmanpur - Piro, Bhojpur
Basmanpur is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Amai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basmanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basmanpur is 247364. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 802204 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Basmanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basmanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basmanpur village had a total population of 1,894 people, including 993 males and 901 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.16%, with male literacy at 91.27% and female literacy at 57.49%.
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 | 1,894 | 993 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 180 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,168 | 742 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 251 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Basmanpur
Basmanpur 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 Basmanpur
Basmanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Basmanpur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Basmanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Basmanpur 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 Basmanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basmanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basmanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basmanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basmanpur
Where is Basmanpur located?
Basmanpur village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basmanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basmanpur is Amai.
What is the pincode of Basmanpur?
The pincode of Basmanpur is 802204.
What is the population of Basmanpur?
Basmanpur had a total population of 1,894, including 993 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Basmanpur?
Basmanpur had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basmanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basmanpur was 75.16%. Male literacy was 91.27% and female literacy was 57.49%.