Basant Pur - Kathua
Basant Pur is a village situated in the Kathua tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Kathua, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Basantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basant Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basant Pur is 001868. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 184152 pincode. Kathua is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Basant Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basant Pur
As per Census 2011, Basant Pur village has a total population of 576 people, consisting of 309 males and 267 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basant Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 309 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 74 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 238 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 71 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Basant Pur
Basant Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devak | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Deoli | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Ransoo | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Bharakh | East | 4.69 km |
| Sangar | North-East | 5.60 km |
| Langar | South-West | 7.06 km |
| Patrara | South-West | 7.77 km |
| Kote Jagir | South | 8.33 km |
| Puria | South-East | 8.96 km |
| Mawa | South-West | 9.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basant Pur
Basant Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kathua to Basant Pur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Basant Pur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basant Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basant Pur 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 Basant Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basant Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basant Pur
Where is Basant Pur located?
Basant Pur village is located in Kathua Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basant Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basant Pur is Basantpur.
What is the pincode of Basant Pur?
The pincode of Basant Pur is 184152.
What is the population of Basant Pur?
Basant Pur has a total population of 576, including 309 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Basant Pur?
There are 115 households in Basant Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Basant Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basant Pur is 67.53%. Male literacy is 77.02% and female literacy is 56.55%.