Basgarha - Srinagar, Purnia
Basgarha is a village situated in the Srinagar subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinagar and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Khokha South serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basgarha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basgarha is 223621. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 854304 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Basgarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basgarha
According to the 2011 Census, Basgarha village had a total population of 1,635 people, including 858 males and 777 females, living in 339 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.24%, with male literacy at 53.19% and female literacy at 42.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 303, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,635 | 858 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 153 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 159 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 375 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 992 | 483 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Basgarha
Basgarha 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 Basgarha
Public transport in the Basgarha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Basgarha is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basgarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basgarha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basgarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basgarha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basgarha
Where is Basgarha located?
Basgarha village is located in Srinagar Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basgarha?
The Gram Panchayat of Basgarha is Khokha South.
What is the pincode of Basgarha?
The pincode of Basgarha is 854304.
What is the population of Basgarha?
Basgarha had a total population of 1,635, including 858 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Basgarha?
Basgarha had 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basgarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basgarha was 48.24%. Male literacy was 53.19% and female literacy was 42.68%.