Basdewa - Nawanagar, Buxar
Basdewa is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Atimi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basdewa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basdewa is 248832. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Basdewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basdewa
According to the 2011 Census, Basdewa village had a total population of 1,569 people, including 823 males and 746 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.77%, with male literacy at 78.70% and female literacy at 55.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 620.
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 | 1,569 | 823 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 175 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 319 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 841 | 510 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 313 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Basdewa
Basdewa 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 Basdewa
Basdewa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Basdewa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Basdewa is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basdewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basdewa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Basdewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basdewa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basdewa
Where is Basdewa located?
Basdewa village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basdewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Basdewa is Atimi.
What is the pincode of Basdewa?
The pincode of Basdewa is 802129.
What is the population of Basdewa?
Basdewa had a total population of 1,569, including 823 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Basdewa?
Basdewa had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basdewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basdewa was 67.77%. Male literacy was 78.70% and female literacy was 55.82%.