Basnajhar
Basnajhar is a village located in Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kharsia (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Basnajhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Basnajhar has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Basnajhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basnajhar is 435241. The village spans a total geographical area of 371.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496661. Kharsia is nearest town to Basnajhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Basnajhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Basnajhar
Below is a concise population overview of Basnajhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,549 | 790 | 759 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 90 | 87 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 101 | 97 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 518 | 271 | 247 |
Literate Population | 1,043 | 604 | 439 |
Illiterate Population | 506 | 186 | 320 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basnajhar village:
- The total population of Basnajhar village is around 1,549, including approximately 790 males and 759 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 177 children aged 0–6 years in Basnajhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Basnajhar village has 198 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 518 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Basnajhar village is about 67.33%, with male literacy at 76.46% and female literacy at 57.84%.
- There are around 361 households in Basnajhar village.
Connectivity of Basnajhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basnajhar. As per the 2011 stats, Basnajhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basnajhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Basnajhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basnajhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basnajhar
- Where is Basnajhar located?
- Basnajhar village is situated in Kharsia Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basnajhar?
- Basnajhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Basnajhar?
- The pincode of Basnajhar is 496661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basnajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basnajhar is 1,549, with 790 males and 759 females.
- How many households are there in Basnajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basnajhar village has a total of 361 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basnajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basnajhar is 67.33%. The male literacy rate is 76.46%, while the female literacy rate is 57.84%.