Basuriya - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Basuriya is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Basuriya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basuriya is 490862. The village covers a total geographical area of 672.73 hectares and falls under the 487881 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Basuriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basuriya
As per Census 2011, Basuriya village has a total population of 2,610 people, consisting of 1,354 males and 1,256 females. The village has 698 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,597 literate and 1,013 illiterate residents. Additionally, 439 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basuriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,610 | 1,354 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 164 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 218 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,597 | 950 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,013 | 404 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Basuriya
Basuriya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palera | East | 2.13 km |
| Maregaon | West | 2.20 km |
| Lawasar | South | 2.32 km |
| Amada | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Rahma | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Barchhi | East | 3.53 km |
| Bhatra | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Dangarhai | South | 4.63 km |
| Dursara | East | 4.73 km |
| Arjungaon | West | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basuriya
Basuriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Salichauka Road, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadarwara to Basuriya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Basuriya is about 75 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basuriya 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 Basuriya
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 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 Basuriya
Where is Basuriya located?
Basuriya village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basuriya?
Basuriya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basuriya?
The pincode of Basuriya is 487881.
What is the population of Basuriya?
Basuriya has a total population of 2,610, including 1,354 males and 1,256 females.
How many households are there in Basuriya?
There are 698 households in Basuriya.
What is the literacy rate in Basuriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basuriya is 61.19%. Male literacy is 70.16% and female literacy is 51.51%.