Basdewa - Tarhasi, Palamu
Basdewa is a village situated in the Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarhasi and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Arka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basdewa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basdewa is 366134. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.36 hectares and falls under the 822118 pincode.
Basdewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basdewa
According to the 2011 Census, Basdewa village had a total population of 16 people, including 9 males and 7 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Basdewa
Basdewa 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 Basdewa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Basdewa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Basdewa is about 34 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 Basdewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basdewa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basdewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basdewa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basdewa
Where is Basdewa located?
Basdewa village is located in Tarhasi Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basdewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Basdewa is Arka.
What is the pincode of Basdewa?
The pincode of Basdewa is 822118.
What is the population of Basdewa?
Basdewa had a total population of 16, including 9 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Basdewa?
Basdewa had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basdewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basdewa was 78.57%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.