Basauda - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Basauda is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Darwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basauda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basauda is 503563. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.84 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Basauda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basauda
According to the 2011 Census, Basauda village had a total population of 256 people, including 126 males and 130 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.54%, with male literacy at 72.82% and female literacy at 41.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 233.
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 | 256 | 126 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 113 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 75 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 51 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Basauda
Basauda 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 Basauda
Basauda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Basauda is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basauda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basauda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basauda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basauda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Basauda
Where is Basauda located?
Basauda village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basauda?
The Gram Panchayat of Basauda is Darwari.
What is the pincode of Basauda?
The pincode of Basauda is 486882.
What is the population of Basauda?
Basauda had a total population of 256, including 126 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Basauda?
Basauda had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basauda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basauda was 56.54%. Male literacy was 72.82% and female literacy was 41.44%.