Basant Khurd - Suppi, Sitamarhi
Basant Khurd is a village situated in the Suppi subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suppi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Maniyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basant Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basant Khurd is 218999. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 843315 pincode. Bairgania is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Basant Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Basant Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Basant Khurd village had a total population of 1,113 people, including 576 males and 537 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.78%, with male literacy at 63.42% and female literacy at 43.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
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 | 1,113 | 576 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 51 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 300 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 276 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Basant Khurd
Basant Khurd 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 Khurd
Basant Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Basant Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bairgania to Basant Khurd is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Basant Khurd is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basant Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basant Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Basant Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basant Khurd
Where is Basant Khurd located?
Basant Khurd village is located in Suppi Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basant Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Basant Khurd is Maniyari.
What is the pincode of Basant Khurd?
The pincode of Basant Khurd is 843315.
What is the population of Basant Khurd?
Basant Khurd had a total population of 1,113, including 576 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Basant Khurd?
Basant Khurd had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basant Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basant Khurd was 53.78%. Male literacy was 63.42% and female literacy was 43.41%.