Basotra - Charaut, Sitamarhi
Basotra is a village situated in the Charaut subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charaut and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Bhantawari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basotra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basotra is 219698. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 847305 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Basotra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basotra
As per Census 2011, Basotra village has a total population of 3,477 people, consisting of 1,812 males and 1,665 females. The village has 728 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 581 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,439 literate and 2,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basotra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,477 | 1,812 | 1,665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 581 | 256 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 184 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,439 | 927 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,038 | 885 | 1,153 |
Nearby Villages of Basotra
Basotra 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 Basotra
Public transport in the Basotra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basotra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Janakpur Road to Basotra is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Basotra is about 40 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 Basotra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basotra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basotra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basotra 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basotra
Where is Basotra located?
Basotra village is located in Charaut Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basotra?
The Gram Panchayat of Basotra is Bhantawari.
What is the pincode of Basotra?
The pincode of Basotra is 847305.
What is the population of Basotra?
Basotra has a total population of 3,477, including 1,812 males and 1,665 females.
How many households are there in Basotra?
There are 728 households in Basotra.
What is the literacy rate in Basotra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basotra is 41.39%. Male literacy is 51.16% and female literacy is 30.75%.