Basaraui - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Basaraui is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Erora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basaraui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basaraui is 458298. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.41 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Basaraui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basaraui
According to the 2011 Census, Basaraui village had a total population of 582 people, including 304 males and 278 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.12%, with male literacy at 44.22% and female literacy at 25.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 563.
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 | 582 | 304 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 53 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 293 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 111 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 193 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Basaraui
Basaraui 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 Basaraui
Basaraui 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 5-10 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 Bijawar to Basaraui is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Basaraui is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basaraui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basaraui 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basaraui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basaraui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basaraui
Where is Basaraui located?
Basaraui village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basaraui?
The Gram Panchayat of Basaraui is Erora.
What is the pincode of Basaraui?
The pincode of Basaraui is 471405.
What is the population of Basaraui?
Basaraui had a total population of 582, including 304 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Basaraui?
Basaraui had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basaraui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basaraui was 35.12%. Male literacy was 44.22% and female literacy was 25.32%.