Basauri - Sandesh, Bhojpur
Basauri is a village situated in the Sandesh subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandesh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Kori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basauri is 246989. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 802164 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Basauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Basauri
According to the 2011 Census, Basauri village had a total population of 484 people, including 254 males and 230 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.07%, with male literacy at 93.06% and female literacy at 59.28%.
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 | 484 | 254 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 201 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 53 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Basauri
Basauri 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 Basauri
Basauri 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 5-10 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 Arrah to Basauri is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Basauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Basauri
Where is Basauri located?
Basauri village is located in Sandesh Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Basauri is Kori.
What is the pincode of Basauri?
The pincode of Basauri is 802164.
What is the population of Basauri?
Basauri had a total population of 484, including 254 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Basauri?
Basauri had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basauri was 77.07%. Male literacy was 93.06% and female literacy was 59.28%.