Basirwas - Loharu, Bhiwani
Basirwas is a village situated in the Loharu tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Loharu and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhiwani. Basirwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basirwas is 061367. The village covers a total geographical area of 345 hectares and falls under the 127201 pincode. Loharu is the nearest town.
Basirwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loharu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basirwas
According to the 2011 Census, Basirwas village had a total population of 418 people, including 218 males and 200 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.90%, with male literacy at 92.93% and female literacy at 65.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 418 | 218 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 184 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 34 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Basirwas
Basirwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhuppa Khurd | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Barwas | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Gignow | West | 2.03 km |
| Govindpura | East | 3.84 km |
| Gothra | West | 4.03 km |
| Dhani Mansukh | South-West | 4.34 km |
| Jhanjhra Toda | West | 4.34 km |
| Khorda | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Jhanjhra Sheoran | North-West | 4.46 km |
| Singhani | North | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basirwas
Basirwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kushal Pura, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhiwani to Basirwas is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basirwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basirwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basirwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basirwas 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basirwas
Where is Basirwas located?
Basirwas village is located in Loharu Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basirwas?
Basirwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basirwas?
The pincode of Basirwas is 127201.
What is the population of Basirwas?
Basirwas had a total population of 418, including 218 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Basirwas?
Basirwas had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basirwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basirwas was 79.90%. Male literacy was 92.93% and female literacy was 65.95%.