Basantpur - Basantpur, Supaul
Basantpur is a village situated in the Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basantpur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Basantpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantpur is 220946. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 854340 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Basantpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basantpur
As per Census 2011, Basantpur village has a total population of 5,143 people, consisting of 2,728 males and 2,415 females. The village has 1,137 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 880 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,770 literate and 2,373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,825 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basantpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,143 | 2,728 | 2,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 880 | 462 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,825 | 960 | 865 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 2,770 | 1,716 | 1,054 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,373 | 1,012 | 1,361 |
Nearby Villages of Basantpur
Basantpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanuman Nagar | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Kapurah | West | 1.53 km |
| Puraini | East | 1.82 km |
| Fatehpur | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Mohanpur | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Hirde Nagar | South | 2.56 km |
| Barantpur | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Khantaha | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Parmanandpur | East | 3.23 km |
| Ghauspurpatti | East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basantpur
Basantpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birpur to Basantpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Basantpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Basantpur
Where is Basantpur located?
Basantpur village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantpur?
Basantpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basantpur?
The pincode of Basantpur is 854340.
What is the population of Basantpur?
Basantpur has a total population of 5,143, including 2,728 males and 2,415 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur?
There are 1,137 households in Basantpur.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantpur is 53.86%. Male literacy is 62.90% and female literacy is 43.64%.