Basant Pur - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Basant Pur is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Mangu Maira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basant Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basant Pur is 031329. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Basant Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basant Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Basant Pur village had a total population of 223 people, including 108 males and 115 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.93%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 78.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 223 | 108 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 77 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 31 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Basant Pur
Basant Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palahara | West | 1.26 km |
| Batwara | South | 1.31 km |
| Bhol Kalota | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Mangu Mera | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Nangal Khangauran | South | 2.76 km |
| Alera | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Bhatehar | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Sikri Urf Ramgarh | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Kartoli | South | 4.32 km |
| Sukhchainpur | South-West | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basant Pur
Public transport in the Basant Pur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baryal Himachal, while the nearest airport is Kangra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Basant Pur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basant Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basant Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basant Pur
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 Pur 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 Basant Pur
Where is Basant Pur located?
Basant Pur village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basant Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basant Pur is Mangu Maira.
What is the pincode of Basant Pur?
The pincode of Basant Pur is 144532.
What is the population of Basant Pur?
Basant Pur had a total population of 223, including 108 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Basant Pur?
Basant Pur had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basant Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basant Pur was 80.93%. Male literacy was 83.70% and female literacy was 78.43%.