Baksidih - Masalia, Dumka
Baksidih is a village situated in the Masalia subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masalia and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Baskidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baksidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baksidih is 371991. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.18 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Baksidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Baksidih
According to the 2011 Census, Baksidih village had a total population of 811 people, including 421 males and 390 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.14%, with male literacy at 84.30% and female literacy at 54.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 260.
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 | 811 | 421 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 290 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 131 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Baksidih
Baksidih 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 Baksidih
Baksidih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dumka to Baksidih is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baksidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baksidih 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 Baksidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baksidih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baksidih
Where is Baksidih located?
Baksidih village is located in Masalia Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baksidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Baksidih is Baskidih.
What is the pincode of Baksidih?
The pincode of Baksidih is 814119.
What is the population of Baksidih?
Baksidih had a total population of 811, including 421 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Baksidih?
Baksidih had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baksidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baksidih was 70.14%. Male literacy was 84.30% and female literacy was 54.86%.