Basikhai - Magarlod, Dhamtari
Basikhai is a village situated in the Magarlod tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Magarlod and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Bhandarwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basikhai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basikhai is 447012. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.79 hectares and falls under the 493773 pincode. Dhamtari is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Basikhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basikhai
According to the 2011 Census, Basikhai village had a total population of 90 people, including 48 males and 42 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.38%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 21 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Basikhai
Basikhai 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 Basikhai
Basikhai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhamtari to Basikhai is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Basikhai is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basikhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basikhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Basikhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basikhai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basikhai
Where is Basikhai located?
Basikhai village is located in Magarlod Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basikhai?
The Gram Panchayat of Basikhai is Bhandarwadi.
What is the pincode of Basikhai?
The pincode of Basikhai is 493773.
What is the population of Basikhai?
Basikhai had a total population of 90, including 48 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Basikhai?
Basikhai had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basikhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basikhai was 64.38%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 58.82%.