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
As per Census 2011, Basaguda village has a total population of 285 people, consisting of 188 males and 97 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 515 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basaguda are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 285, including 188 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Basaguda?
There are 61 households in Basaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Basaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basaguda is 75.44%. Male literacy is 86.17% and female literacy is 54.64%.