Basantpur - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Basantpur is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Basant Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantpur is 216825. The village covers a total geographical area of 447 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Basantpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantpur village had a total population of 4,883 people, including 2,576 males and 2,307 females, living in 784 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.67%, with male literacy at 57.38% and female literacy at 38.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 493, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,883 | 2,576 | 2,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,035 | 544 | 491 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 256 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,873 | 1,166 | 707 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,010 | 1,410 | 1,600 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Basantpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Basantpur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Basantpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Basantpur is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basantpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantpur is Basant Pur.
What is the pincode of Basantpur?
The pincode of Basantpur is 845453.
What is the population of Basantpur?
Basantpur had a total population of 4,883, including 2,576 males and 2,307 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur?
Basantpur had 784 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantpur was 48.67%. Male literacy was 57.38% and female literacy was 38.93%.