Basuhar - Surajgarha, Lakhisarai
Basuhar is a village situated in the Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surajgarha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Urain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basuhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basuhar is 243511. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.1 hectares and falls under the 811309 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Basuhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basuhar
As per Census 2011, Basuhar village has a total population of 1,532 people, consisting of 783 males and 749 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 1,139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basuhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,532 | 783 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 169 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 193 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 393 | 262 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,139 | 521 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Basuhar
Basuhar 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 Basuhar
Public transport in the Basuhar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Basuhar.
| 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 | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Basuhar is about 32 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 Basuhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basuhar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Basuhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basuhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basuhar
Where is Basuhar located?
Basuhar village is located in Surajgarha Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basuhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Basuhar is Urain.
What is the pincode of Basuhar?
The pincode of Basuhar is 811309.
What is the population of Basuhar?
Basuhar has a total population of 1,532, including 783 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Basuhar?
There are 224 households in Basuhar.
What is the literacy rate in Basuhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basuhar is 25.65%. Male literacy is 33.46% and female literacy is 17.49%.