Basant Pur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Basant Pur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Basantpur Chhotu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basant Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basant Pur is 167591. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.73 hectares and falls under the 224176 pincode. Atrauliya is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
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 Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basant Pur
As per Census 2011, Basant Pur village has a total population of 338 people, consisting of 167 males and 171 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basant Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 167 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 65 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 118 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 49 | 64 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baraipur | South | 0.59 km |
| Rampur Ram Gulam | East | 0.71 km |
| Khijjir Pur Chhotu | South | 0.77 km |
| Bangal Pur | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Unchepur | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Patkhoule | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Jaitee | North | 1.19 km |
| Dihwa Ramgulam | East | 1.51 km |
| Narawapitamber Pur | South | 1.55 km |
| Kadi Pur | South-East | 1.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basant Pur
Basant Pur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Maghar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atrauliya to Basant Pur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Basant Pur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 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 Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basant Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basant Pur is Basantpur Chhotu.
What is the pincode of Basant Pur?
The pincode of Basant Pur is 224176.
What is the population of Basant Pur?
Basant Pur has a total population of 338, including 167 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Basant Pur?
There are 47 households in Basant Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Basant Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basant Pur is 66.57%. Male literacy is 70.66% and female literacy is 62.57%.