Basantpur - Bashant Rai*, Godda
Basantpur is a village situated in the Bashant Rai* subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bashant Rai and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Sanchpur Sankhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantpur is 357097. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode. Godda is the nearest town.
Basantpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basantpur
As per Census 2011, Basantpur village has a total population of 676 people, consisting of 335 males and 341 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 441 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basantpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 335 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 67 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 145 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 190 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Basantpur
Basantpur 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 Basantpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Basantpur. Basantpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Basantpur 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 Basantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basantpur
Where is Basantpur located?
Basantpur village is located in Bashant Rai* Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantpur is Sanchpur Sankhi.
What is the pincode of Basantpur?
The pincode of Basantpur is 814155.
What is the population of Basantpur?
Basantpur has a total population of 676, including 335 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur?
There are 129 households in Basantpur.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantpur is 34.76%. Male literacy is 43.28% and female literacy is 26.39%.