Basaria - Meral (Pipra Kalan), Garhwa
Basaria is a village situated in the Meral (Pipra Kalan) subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meral and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Biktam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basaria is 347663. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.32 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode.
Basaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basaria
According to the 2011 Census, Basaria village had a total population of 1,524 people, including 809 males and 715 females, living in 322 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.38%, with male literacy at 58.23% and female literacy at 37.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 759, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 1,524 | 809 | 715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 153 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 759 | 408 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 78 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 382 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 911 | 427 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Basaria
Basaria 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 Basaria
Public transport in the Basaria is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Basaria is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basaria 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 Basaria
Where is Basaria located?
Basaria village is located in Meral (Pipra Kalan) Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Basaria is Biktam.
What is the pincode of Basaria?
The pincode of Basaria is 822133.
What is the population of Basaria?
Basaria had a total population of 1,524, including 809 males and 715 females.
How many households are there in Basaria?
Basaria had 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basaria was 48.38%. Male literacy was 58.23% and female literacy was 37.81%.