Basauda - Deosar, Singrauli
Basauda is a village situated in the Deosar tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deosar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Jiyawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basauda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basauda is 503668. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.71 hectares and falls under the 486886 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Sihawal 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 225 people, including 115 males and 110 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.32%, with male literacy at 25.51% and female literacy at 27.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 225 | 115 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 90 | 85 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Singrauli to Basauda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basauda
Where is Basauda located?
Basauda village is located in Deosar Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basauda?
The Gram Panchayat of Basauda is Jiyawan.
What is the pincode of Basauda?
The pincode of Basauda is 486886.
What is the population of Basauda?
Basauda had a total population of 225, including 115 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Basauda?
Basauda had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basauda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basauda was 26.32%. Male literacy was 25.51% and female literacy was 27.17%.