Bashirapur - Chitaguppa, Bidar
Bashirapur is a village situated in the Chitaguppa taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from Homnabad and around 39 km from Bidar. Meenkera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bashirapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bashirapur is 600329. The village covers a total geographical area of 827.76 hectares and falls under the 585227 pincode. Chitgoppa is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bashirapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bidar South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bashirapur
As per Census 2011, Bashirapur village has a total population of 1,711 people, consisting of 904 males and 807 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 821 literate and 890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 702 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bashirapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,711 | 904 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 163 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 702 | 370 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 526 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 378 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Bashirapur
Bashirapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Alipur Thanda | South | 2.51 km |
| Muthangi | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Polakpalli Thanda | East | 4.16 km |
| Meenkhera | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Nirna | North-West | 4.90 km |
| Devgir Thanada | South | 4.95 km |
| Changlera | South-East | 5.45 km |
| Boral | North | 5.59 km |
| Karpakpalli | East | 6.11 km |
| Bemalkheda | East | 6.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bashirapur
Bashirapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Matalkunta, while the nearest airport is Begumpet Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chitgoppa to Bashirapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Bashirapur is about 39 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 Bashirapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bashirapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bashirapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bashirapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bashirapur
Where is Bashirapur located?
Bashirapur village is located in Chitaguppa Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bashirapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bashirapur is Meenkera.
What is the pincode of Bashirapur?
The pincode of Bashirapur is 585227.
What is the population of Bashirapur?
Bashirapur has a total population of 1,711, including 904 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Bashirapur?
There are 331 households in Bashirapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bashirapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bashirapur is 47.98%. Male literacy is 58.19% and female literacy is 36.56%.