Basokando - Dumri, Giridih
Basokando is a village situated in the Dumri subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Badki -bergi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basokando village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basokando is 352613. The village covers a total geographical area of 339 hectares and falls under the 825106 pincode. Dumri is the nearest town.
Basokando village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basokando
As per Census 2011, Basokando village has a total population of 1,487 people, consisting of 802 males and 685 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 645 literate and 842 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 545 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basokando are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,487 | 802 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 163 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 292 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 645 | 448 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 354 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Basokando
Basokando 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 Basokando
Basokando is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basokando.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Basokando is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basokando
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basokando 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 Basokando
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basokando 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basokando
Where is Basokando located?
Basokando village is located in Dumri Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basokando?
The Gram Panchayat of Basokando is Badki -bergi.
What is the pincode of Basokando?
The pincode of Basokando is 825106.
What is the population of Basokando?
Basokando has a total population of 1,487, including 802 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Basokando?
There are 268 households in Basokando.
What is the literacy rate in Basokando?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basokando is 43.38%. Male literacy is 55.86% and female literacy is 28.76%.