Basonjhola - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Basonjhola is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Borigi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basonjhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basonjhola is 428669. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Basonjhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basonjhola
According to the 2011 Census, Basonjhola village had a total population of 123 people, including 61 males and 62 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.43%, with male literacy at 28.57% and female literacy at 14.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 47 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Basonjhola
Basonjhola 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 Basonjhola
Basonjhola 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 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 Sunabeda to Basonjhola is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Basonjhola is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basonjhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basonjhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Basonjhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basonjhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basonjhola
Where is Basonjhola located?
Basonjhola village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basonjhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Basonjhola is Borigi.
What is the pincode of Basonjhola?
The pincode of Basonjhola is 764014.
What is the population of Basonjhola?
Basonjhola had a total population of 123, including 61 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Basonjhola?
Basonjhola had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basonjhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basonjhola was 21.43%. Male literacy was 28.57% and female literacy was 14.29%.