Arazi Basantpur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Arazi Basantpur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Arazi Shankerpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arazi Basantpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arazi Basantpur is 192524. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 276122 pincode. Maharajganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Arazi Basantpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arazi Basantpur
As per Census 2011, Arazi Basantpur village has a total population of 716 people, consisting of 390 males and 326 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 385 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arazi Basantpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 716 | 390 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 63 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 144 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 254 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 136 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Arazi Basantpur
Arazi Basantpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Khalanga | North | 0.71 km |
| Arazi Bibipur | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Arazi Gulamrasul | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Arazi Shahrajapur | East | 0.96 km |
| Arazi Khokhar Jot Gobindlal | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Arazi Nasib Ali | North | 1.11 km |
| Arazi Raghunath Tiwari | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Arazi Khokharjot Shekhnadir | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Arazi Kudahi | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Arazi Haribansh Tiwari | South | 1.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arazi Basantpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Arazi Basantpur. The nearest railway station is Sidhari Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Maharajganj to Arazi Basantpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Arazi Basantpur is about 51 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 Arazi Basantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arazi Basantpur 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 Arazi Basantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arazi Basantpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arazi Basantpur
Where is Arazi Basantpur located?
Arazi Basantpur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arazi Basantpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Arazi Basantpur is Arazi Shankerpur.
What is the pincode of Arazi Basantpur?
The pincode of Arazi Basantpur is 276122.
What is the population of Arazi Basantpur?
Arazi Basantpur has a total population of 716, including 390 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Arazi Basantpur?
There are 94 households in Arazi Basantpur.
What is the literacy rate in Arazi Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arazi Basantpur is 53.77%. Male literacy is 65.13% and female literacy is 40.18%.