Baswaria - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Baswaria is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bagahi-baswaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baswaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baswaria is 216749. The village covers a total geographical area of 402.7 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Baswaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baswaria
As per Census 2011, Baswaria village has a total population of 6,637 people, consisting of 3,450 males and 3,187 females. The village has 1,204 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,265 literate and 3,372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baswaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,637 | 3,450 | 3,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,361 | 679 | 682 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 283 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,265 | 1,858 | 1,407 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,372 | 1,592 | 1,780 |
Nearby Villages of Baswaria
Baswaria 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 Baswaria
Baswaria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Baswaria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baswaria is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Baswaria is about 35 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 Baswaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baswaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baswaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baswaria 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 Baswaria
Where is Baswaria located?
Baswaria village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baswaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Baswaria is Bagahi-baswaria.
What is the pincode of Baswaria?
The pincode of Baswaria is 845453.
What is the population of Baswaria?
Baswaria has a total population of 6,637, including 3,450 males and 3,187 females.
How many households are there in Baswaria?
There are 1,204 households in Baswaria.
What is the literacy rate in Baswaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baswaria is 49.19%. Male literacy is 53.86% and female literacy is 44.15%.