Basipatti - Madhepur, Madhubani
Basipatti is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Basipatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basipatti is 220913. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.1 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Basipatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basipatti
As per Census 2011, Basipatti village has a total population of 5,158 people, consisting of 2,696 males and 2,462 females. The village has 1,061 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,105 literate and 3,053 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basipatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,158 | 2,696 | 2,462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,215 | 640 | 575 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,115 | 1,099 | 1,016 |
| Literate Population | 2,105 | 1,431 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,053 | 1,265 | 1,788 |
Nearby Villages of Basipatti
Basipatti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Goiahi | West | 2.20 km |
| Bhagta | West | 2.29 km |
| Mahsa | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Garhgaon | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Bhawanipur | East | 2.54 km |
| Parsauni | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Dara | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Chhatauni | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Bela | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Gonaura | North | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basipatti
Basipatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Supaul, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Basipatti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Basipatti is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basipatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basipatti 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Basipatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basipatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Basipatti
Where is Basipatti located?
Basipatti village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basipatti?
Basipatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basipatti?
The pincode of Basipatti is 847408.
What is the population of Basipatti?
Basipatti has a total population of 5,158, including 2,696 males and 2,462 females.
How many households are there in Basipatti?
There are 1,061 households in Basipatti.
What is the literacy rate in Basipatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basipatti is 40.81%. Male literacy is 53.08% and female literacy is 27.38%.