Basaguda - Usur, Bijapur
Basaguda is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Basaguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basaguda is 450893. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.09 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 165 km away.
Basaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Basaguda village had a total population of 285 people, including 188 males and 97 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 516 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.04%, with male literacy at 89.50% and female literacy at 58.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 285 | 188 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 15 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 162 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 26 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Basaguda
Basaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpeta | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Kasiguda | North | 1.42 km |
| Dholeguda | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Kottaguda | South | 1.77 km |
| Baknagulguda | East | 2.15 km |
| Hirapur | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Lingagiri | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Dharamapur | North | 3.02 km |
| Sarkeguda | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Korsaguda | East | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basaguda
Basaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dantewada to Basaguda is about 165 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Basaguda is about 39 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 Basaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Basaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basaguda
Where is Basaguda located?
Basaguda village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basaguda?
Basaguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basaguda?
The pincode of Basaguda is 494447.
What is the population of Basaguda?
Basaguda had a total population of 285, including 188 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Basaguda?
Basaguda had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basaguda was 79.04%. Male literacy was 89.50% and female literacy was 58.24%.