Gauhar Basant - Garkha, Saran
Gauhar Basant is a village situated in the Garkha subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garkha and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Sripal Basant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauhar Basant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauhar Basant is 234397. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.98 hectares and falls under the 841202 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gauhar Basant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gauhar Basant
According to the 2011 Census, Gauhar Basant village had a total population of 953 people, including 500 males and 453 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.60%, with male literacy at 83.22% and female literacy at 56.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 953 | 500 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 357 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 143 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Gauhar Basant
Gauhar Basant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirpal Basant | North-West | 0.65 km |
| Purnadih | East | 1.48 km |
| Bhuiganw | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Sisauni | North | 2.05 km |
| Bangari | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Moharampur | West | 2.49 km |
| Itwa | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Dhanauti Sultanpur | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Naraenpur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Bisamharpur | East | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gauhar Basant
Public transport in the Gauhar Basant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panchpatia Deoria Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chapra to Gauhar Basant is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Gauhar Basant is about 26 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 Gauhar Basant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauhar Basant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gauhar Basant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauhar Basant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gauhar Basant
Where is Gauhar Basant located?
Gauhar Basant village is located in Garkha Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gauhar Basant?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauhar Basant is Sripal Basant.
What is the pincode of Gauhar Basant?
The pincode of Gauhar Basant is 841202.
What is the population of Gauhar Basant?
Gauhar Basant had a total population of 953, including 500 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Gauhar Basant?
Gauhar Basant had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauhar Basant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauhar Basant was 70.60%. Male literacy was 83.22% and female literacy was 56.23%.