Basudha - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Basudha is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Kupi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basudha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basudha is 458380. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.11 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Basudha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basudha
According to the 2011 Census, Basudha village had a total population of 152 people, including 85 males and 67 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.85%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 48.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 152 | 85 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 52 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 33 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Basudha
Basudha 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 Basudha
Basudha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Basudha is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Basudha is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basudha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basudha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basudha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basudha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basudha
Where is Basudha located?
Basudha village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basudha?
The Gram Panchayat of Basudha is Kupi.
What is the pincode of Basudha?
The pincode of Basudha is 471405.
What is the population of Basudha?
Basudha had a total population of 152, including 85 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Basudha?
Basudha had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basudha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basudha was 59.85%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 48.21%.