Basauti - Amnour, Saran
Basauti is a village situated in the Amnour subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amnour and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Paiga Mitrasen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basauti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basauti is 233977. The village covers a total geographical area of 4 hectares and falls under the 841311 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Basauti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Basauti
According to the 2011 Census, Basauti village had a total population of 137 people, including 69 males and 68 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.07%, with male literacy at 73.21% and female literacy at 58.93%.
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 | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Basauti
Basauti 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 Basauti
Basauti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Basauti has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Basauti is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Basauti is about 29 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 Basauti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basauti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basauti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basauti 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 Basauti
Where is Basauti located?
Basauti village is located in Amnour Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basauti?
The Gram Panchayat of Basauti is Paiga Mitrasen.
What is the pincode of Basauti?
The pincode of Basauti is 841311.
What is the population of Basauti?
Basauti had a total population of 137, including 69 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Basauti?
Basauti had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basauti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basauti was 66.07%. Male literacy was 73.21% and female literacy was 58.93%.