Basuriya Kalan - Harrai, Chhindwara
Basuriya Kalan is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Basuriya Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basuriya Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basuriya Kalan is 494196. The village covers a total geographical area of 943.04 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Basuriya Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basuriya Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Basuriya Kalan village had a total population of 724 people, including 349 males and 375 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.51%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 49.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 526.
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 | 724 | 349 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 58 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 526 | 248 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 194 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 155 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Basuriya Kalan
Basuriya Kalan 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 Basuriya Kalan
Basuriya Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Harrai to Basuriya Kalan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Basuriya Kalan is about 74 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 Basuriya Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basuriya Kalan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basuriya Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basuriya Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basuriya Kalan
Where is Basuriya Kalan located?
Basuriya Kalan village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basuriya Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Basuriya Kalan is Basuriya Khurd.
What is the pincode of Basuriya Kalan?
The pincode of Basuriya Kalan is 480224.
What is the population of Basuriya Kalan?
Basuriya Kalan had a total population of 724, including 349 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Basuriya Kalan?
Basuriya Kalan had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basuriya Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basuriya Kalan was 57.51%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 49.39%.