Basauta - Amnour, Saran
Basauta is a village situated in the Amnour subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amnour and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Koreyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basauta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basauta is 233978. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 841401 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Basauta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basauta
As per Census 2011, Basauta village has a total population of 1,308 people, consisting of 659 males and 649 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basauta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,308 | 659 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 120 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 111 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 442 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 217 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Basauta
Basauta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandalpur | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Umarpur | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Ganeshpatti | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Paiga Mitarsen | North | 1.29 km |
| Manpur | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Maksudpur | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Sobhepur | South | 1.94 km |
| Takia | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Loknathpur | East | 2.11 km |
| Korea | West | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basauta
Basauta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shilhauri Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Basauta is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Basauta is about 25 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 Basauta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basauta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Basauta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basauta 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 Basauta
Where is Basauta located?
Basauta village is located in Amnour Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basauta?
The Gram Panchayat of Basauta is Koreyan.
What is the pincode of Basauta?
The pincode of Basauta is 841401.
What is the population of Basauta?
Basauta has a total population of 1,308, including 659 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Basauta?
There are 193 households in Basauta.
What is the literacy rate in Basauta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basauta is 55.05%. Male literacy is 67.07% and female literacy is 42.84%.