Thahar Basarhia - Rosera, Samastipur
Thahar Basarhia is a village situated in the Rosera subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rosera and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Thahar Basarhia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thahar Basarhia is 237161. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.61 hectares and falls under the 848210 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Thahar Basarhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thahar Basarhia
As per Census 2011, Thahar Basarhia village has a total population of 9,217 people, consisting of 4,921 males and 4,296 females. The village has 2,024 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,712 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,453 literate and 4,764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thahar Basarhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,217 | 4,921 | 4,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,712 | 919 | 793 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,789 | 941 | 848 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,453 | 2,726 | 1,727 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,764 | 2,195 | 2,569 |
Nearby Villages of Thahar Basarhia
Thahar Basarhia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasanpur | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Motipur | East | 2.15 km |
| Balaha | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Pitha Dobhi | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Bishunpur Abhi | West | 2.83 km |
| Karian | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Fatehpur | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Lalpur | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Jahangirpur | South | 3.59 km |
| Bikrampatti | North-West | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thahar Basarhia
Thahar Basarhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Narhan, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Thahar Basarhia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Thahar Basarhia 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 Thahar Basarhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thahar Basarhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thahar Basarhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thahar Basarhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thahar Basarhia
Where is Thahar Basarhia located?
Thahar Basarhia village is located in Rosera Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thahar Basarhia?
Thahar Basarhia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thahar Basarhia?
The pincode of Thahar Basarhia is 848210.
What is the population of Thahar Basarhia?
Thahar Basarhia has a total population of 9,217, including 4,921 males and 4,296 females.
How many households are there in Thahar Basarhia?
There are 2,024 households in Thahar Basarhia.
What is the literacy rate in Thahar Basarhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thahar Basarhia is 48.31%. Male literacy is 55.40% and female literacy is 40.20%.