Basant - Hanumannagar, Darbhanga
Basant is a village situated in the Hanumannagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanumannagar and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Gorhalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basant is 227497. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 846002 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Basant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basant
According to the 2011 Census, Basant village had a total population of 4,097 people, including 2,162 males and 1,935 females, living in 863 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.36%, with male literacy at 52.69% and female literacy at 39.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 416.
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 | 4,097 | 2,162 | 1,935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 784 | 433 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 219 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,536 | 911 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,561 | 1,251 | 1,310 |
Nearby Villages of Basant
Basant 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 Basant
Basant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Basant has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Basant is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Basant
Where is Basant located?
Basant village is located in Hanumannagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basant?
The Gram Panchayat of Basant is Gorhalla.
What is the pincode of Basant?
The pincode of Basant is 846002.
What is the population of Basant?
Basant had a total population of 4,097, including 2,162 males and 1,935 females.
How many households are there in Basant?
Basant had 863 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basant was 46.36%. Male literacy was 52.69% and female literacy was 39.46%.