Basauri - Tarari, Bhojpur
Basauri is a village situated in the Tarari subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarari and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Basoori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basauri is 247678. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 802207 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Basauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basauri
As per Census 2011, Basauri village has a total population of 2,198 people, consisting of 1,151 males and 1,047 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,041 literate and 1,157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,198 | 1,151 | 1,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 203 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 742 | 382 | 360 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 634 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,157 | 517 | 640 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Basauri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Basauri is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Basauri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basauri
Where is Basauri located?
Basauri village is located in Tarari Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Basauri is Basoori.
What is the pincode of Basauri?
The pincode of Basauri is 802207.
What is the population of Basauri?
Basauri has a total population of 2,198, including 1,151 males and 1,047 females.
How many households are there in Basauri?
There are 424 households in Basauri.
What is the literacy rate in Basauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basauri is 47.36%. Male literacy is 55.08% and female literacy is 38.87%.