Basantrai - Bashant Rai*, Godda
Basantrai is a village situated in the Bashant Rai* subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. Baghakol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantrai is 357099. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.79 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Basantrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basantrai
According to the 2011 Census, Basantrai village had a total population of 581 people, including 307 males and 274 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.25%, with male literacy at 93.17% and female literacy at 75.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 581 | 307 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 232 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 75 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Basantrai
Basantrai 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 Basantrai
Basantrai 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Basantrai 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 Basantrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basantrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantrai 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 Basantrai
Where is Basantrai located?
Basantrai village is located in Bashant Rai* Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantrai is Baghakol.
What is the pincode of Basantrai?
The pincode of Basantrai is 814155.
What is the population of Basantrai?
Basantrai had a total population of 581, including 307 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Basantrai?
Basantrai had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantrai was 85.25%. Male literacy was 93.17% and female literacy was 75.94%.