Basmanpur Urf. Baksand - Bhawanipur, Purnia
Basmanpur Urf. Baksand is a village situated in the Bhawanipur subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhawanipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Sonma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basmanpur Urf. Baksand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basmanpur Urf. Baksand is 223213. The village covers a total geographical area of 442 hectares and falls under the 854204 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Basmanpur Urf. Baksand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basmanpur Urf. Baksand
As per Census 2011, Basmanpur Urf. Baksand village has a total population of 2,092 people, consisting of 1,083 males and 1,009 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 440 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 624 literate and 1,468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 153 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basmanpur Urf. Baksand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,092 | 1,083 | 1,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 222 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 389 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,468 | 694 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Basmanpur Urf. Baksand
Basmanpur Urf. Baksand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhopur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Sonua | East | 1.96 km |
| Akbarpur | South | 2.13 km |
| Bishunpur Tulsi | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Garhia | East | 3.15 km |
| Basantpur Chintamanuska Bari | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Raipura | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Bhatsara | North | 5.13 km |
| Barhari | East | 5.20 km |
| Bhurkunda Tola | East | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basmanpur Urf. Baksand
Public transport in the Basmanpur Urf. Baksand is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bihariganj, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Basmanpur Urf. Baksand is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basmanpur Urf. Baksand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basmanpur Urf. Baksand 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basmanpur Urf. Baksand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basmanpur Urf. Baksand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basmanpur Urf. Baksand
Where is Basmanpur Urf. Baksand located?
Basmanpur Urf. Baksand village is located in Bhawanipur Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basmanpur Urf. Baksand?
The Gram Panchayat of Basmanpur Urf. Baksand is Sonma.
What is the pincode of Basmanpur Urf. Baksand?
The pincode of Basmanpur Urf. Baksand is 854204.
What is the population of Basmanpur Urf. Baksand?
Basmanpur Urf. Baksand has a total population of 2,092, including 1,083 males and 1,009 females.
How many households are there in Basmanpur Urf. Baksand?
There are 385 households in Basmanpur Urf. Baksand.
What is the literacy rate in Basmanpur Urf. Baksand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basmanpur Urf. Baksand is 29.83%. Male literacy is 35.92% and female literacy is 23.29%.