Bashistha Nagar - Bairia, Ballia
Bashistha Nagar is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Bashistha Nagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bashistha Nagar is 199904. The village covers a total geographical area of 962.01 hectares and falls under the 277209 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bashistha Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bairia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bashistha Nagar
As per Census 2011, Bashistha Nagar village has a total population of 2,005 people, consisting of 1,042 males and 963 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 999 literate and 1,006 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bashistha Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,005 | 1,042 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 216 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 999 | 623 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 419 | 587 |
Nearby Villages of Bashistha Nagar
Bashistha Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Araji Mafi Jharkataha East | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Deopur | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Majha | West | 2.51 km |
| Chhirachha | West | 2.56 km |
| Man Garah | South | 2.73 km |
| Araji Mafi Jharkataha West | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Matiar Diara | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Gopal Nagar | East | 3.12 km |
| Ramnagar Janubi | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Gobindauli | South-East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bashistha Nagar
Bashistha Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dal Chapra, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Bashistha Nagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Bashistha Nagar is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bashistha Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bashistha Nagar 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 Bashistha Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bashistha Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bashistha Nagar
Where is Bashistha Nagar located?
Bashistha Nagar village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bashistha Nagar?
Bashistha Nagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bashistha Nagar?
The pincode of Bashistha Nagar is 277209.
What is the population of Bashistha Nagar?
Bashistha Nagar has a total population of 2,005, including 1,042 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Bashistha Nagar?
There are 253 households in Bashistha Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Bashistha Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bashistha Nagar is 49.83%. Male literacy is 59.79% and female literacy is 39.04%.