Basti Jalal - Dighwara, Saran
Basti Jalal is a village situated in the Dighwara subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighwara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Basti Jalal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basti Jalal is 234433. The village covers a total geographical area of 354 hectares and falls under the 841221 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Basti Jalal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basti Jalal
As per Census 2011, Basti Jalal village has a total population of 7,033 people, consisting of 3,668 males and 3,365 females. The village has 1,089 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,294 literate and 2,739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 893 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basti Jalal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,033 | 3,668 | 3,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,226 | 654 | 572 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 893 | 462 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,294 | 2,527 | 1,767 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,739 | 1,141 | 1,598 |
Nearby Villages of Basti Jalal
Basti Jalal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahiman Patti | South | 1.17 km |
| Sitalpur | West | 1.91 km |
| Kanakpur | South | 2.01 km |
| Nizama Chak | East | 2.06 km |
| Kesarpur | South | 2.26 km |
| Dhanuki | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Kuraia | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Nagwa | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Sobhepur | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Dhongaha Inam | North | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basti Jalal
Basti Jalal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sitalpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Basti Jalal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Basti Jalal 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 Basti Jalal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basti Jalal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basti Jalal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basti Jalal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basti Jalal
Where is Basti Jalal located?
Basti Jalal village is located in Dighwara Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basti Jalal?
Basti Jalal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basti Jalal?
The pincode of Basti Jalal is 841221.
What is the population of Basti Jalal?
Basti Jalal has a total population of 7,033, including 3,668 males and 3,365 females.
How many households are there in Basti Jalal?
There are 1,089 households in Basti Jalal.
What is the literacy rate in Basti Jalal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basti Jalal is 61.06%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 52.51%.