Basgaon - Azamnagar, Katihar
Basgaon is a village situated in the Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Azamnagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Jalki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basgaon is 225324. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.95 hectares and falls under the 855113 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Basgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Basgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Basgaon village had a total population of 2,101 people, including 1,083 males and 1,018 females, living in 446 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.89%, with male literacy at 44.34% and female literacy at 35.17%.
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 | 2,101 | 1,083 | 1,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 235 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 376 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,444 | 707 | 737 |
Nearby Villages of Basgaon
Basgaon 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 Basgaon
Basgaon 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 >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 Katihar to Basgaon is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basgaon
Where is Basgaon located?
Basgaon village is located in Azamnagar Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Basgaon is Jalki.
What is the pincode of Basgaon?
The pincode of Basgaon is 855113.
What is the population of Basgaon?
Basgaon had a total population of 2,101, including 1,083 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Basgaon?
Basgaon had 446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basgaon was 39.89%. Male literacy was 44.34% and female literacy was 35.17%.