Basantpur - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Basantpur is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Daraul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantpur is 216404. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Basantpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Basantpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantpur village had a total population of 948 people, including 492 males and 456 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.91%, with male literacy at 43.49% and female literacy at 31.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 559, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 948 | 492 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 85 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 559 | 282 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 177 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 315 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Basantpur
Basantpur 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 Basantpur
Basantpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basantpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Basantpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Basantpur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basantpur
Where is Basantpur located?
Basantpur village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basantpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantpur is Daraul.
What is the pincode of Basantpur?
The pincode of Basantpur is 845451.
What is the population of Basantpur?
Basantpur had a total population of 948, including 492 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur?
Basantpur had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantpur was 37.91%. Male literacy was 43.49% and female literacy was 31.56%.