Bastha - Mainatanr, Pashchim Champaran
Bastha is a village situated in the Mainatanr subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mainatanr and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bastha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bastha is 216576. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.2 hectares and falls under the 845306 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bastha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bastha
As per Census 2011, Bastha village has a total population of 5,331 people, consisting of 2,837 males and 2,494 females. The village has 918 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,366 literate and 2,965 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bastha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,331 | 2,837 | 2,494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,272 | 633 | 639 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 129 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,366 | 1,469 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,965 | 1,368 | 1,597 |
Nearby Villages of Bastha
Bastha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharwalia | North | 1.12 km |
| Langri | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Pipra Santpur | West | 1.42 km |
| Santpur Parsauni | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Asogwa | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Ramnagri | East | 1.80 km |
| Majharia | South | 2.14 km |
| Baudh Barwa | North | 2.29 km |
| Belwania | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Mainatanr | East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bastha
Bastha 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 Marajdwa, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Bastha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Bastha is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bastha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bastha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bastha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bastha 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bastha
Where is Bastha located?
Bastha village is located in Mainatanr Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bastha?
Bastha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bastha?
The pincode of Bastha is 845306.
What is the population of Bastha?
Bastha has a total population of 5,331, including 2,837 males and 2,494 females.
How many households are there in Bastha?
There are 918 households in Bastha.
What is the literacy rate in Bastha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bastha is 44.38%. Male literacy is 51.78% and female literacy is 35.97%.