Bastipur - Dehri, Rohtas
Bastipur is a village situated in the Dehri subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehri and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Bhainsaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bastipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bastipur is 252579. The village covers a total geographical area of 451 hectares and falls under the 821305 pincode. Dehri is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bastipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bastipur
As per Census 2011, Bastipur village has a total population of 2,159 people, consisting of 1,149 males and 1,010 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,458 literate and 701 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bastipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,159 | 1,149 | 1,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 206 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,458 | 826 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 323 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Bastipur
Bastipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhainsaha | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Sujanpur | West | 1.98 km |
| Sakhara | North | 2.24 km |
| Katar | South | 2.34 km |
| Bardiha | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Khairaha | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Ghonghaha | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Mathuri | North | 3.14 km |
| Manaura | North | 3.32 km |
| Shankarpur | South-West | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bastipur
Bastipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dehri On Sone, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dehri to Bastipur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Bastipur is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bastipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bastipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bastipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bastipur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bastipur
Where is Bastipur located?
Bastipur village is located in Dehri Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bastipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bastipur is Bhainsaha.
What is the pincode of Bastipur?
The pincode of Bastipur is 821305.
What is the population of Bastipur?
Bastipur has a total population of 2,159, including 1,149 males and 1,010 females.
How many households are there in Bastipur?
There are 344 households in Bastipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bastipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bastipur is 67.53%. Male literacy is 71.89% and female literacy is 62.57%.