Basant Jagjiwan - Purnahiya, Sheohar
Basant Jagjiwan is a village situated in the Purnahiya subdivision of Sheohar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnahiya and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sheohar. Basant Jagjiwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basant Jagjiwan is 218779. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.3 hectares and falls under the 843334 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Basant Jagjiwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Basant Jagjiwan
According to the 2011 Census, Basant Jagjiwan village had a total population of 5,553 people, including 2,983 males and 2,570 females, living in 1,288 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.93%, with male literacy at 65.43% and female literacy at 47.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 364.
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 | 5,553 | 2,983 | 2,570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,081 | 576 | 505 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 202 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,546 | 1,575 | 971 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,007 | 1,408 | 1,599 |
Nearby Villages of Basant Jagjiwan
Basant Jagjiwan 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 Basant Jagjiwan
Basant Jagjiwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basant Jagjiwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Basant Jagjiwan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheohar to Basant Jagjiwan is about 32 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 Basant Jagjiwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basant Jagjiwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basant Jagjiwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basant Jagjiwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basant Jagjiwan
Where is Basant Jagjiwan located?
Basant Jagjiwan village is located in Purnahiya Subdivision, Sheohar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basant Jagjiwan?
Basant Jagjiwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basant Jagjiwan?
The pincode of Basant Jagjiwan is 843334.
What is the population of Basant Jagjiwan?
Basant Jagjiwan had a total population of 5,553, including 2,983 males and 2,570 females.
How many households are there in Basant Jagjiwan?
Basant Jagjiwan had 1,288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basant Jagjiwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basant Jagjiwan was 56.93%. Male literacy was 65.43% and female literacy was 47.02%.