Basant Pura - Khirkiya, Harda
Basant Pura is a village situated in the Khirkiya tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khirkiya and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Harda. Pokharni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basant Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basant Pura is 486555. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.27 hectares and falls under the 461331 pincode. Khirkiya is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Basant Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basant Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Basant Pura village had a total population of 93 people, including 45 males and 48 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.46%, with male literacy at 43.75% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 31 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Basant Pura
Basant Pura 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 Basant Pura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Basant Pura. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Basant Pura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khirkiya to Basant Pura is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Harda to Basant Pura is about 36 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 Basant Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basant Pura 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Basant Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basant Pura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Basant Pura
Where is Basant Pura located?
Basant Pura village is located in Khirkiya Tehsil, Harda district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basant Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Basant Pura is Pokharni.
What is the pincode of Basant Pura?
The pincode of Basant Pura is 461331.
What is the population of Basant Pura?
Basant Pura had a total population of 93, including 45 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Basant Pura?
Basant Pura had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basant Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basant Pura was 38.46%. Male literacy was 43.75% and female literacy was 33.33%.