Basdewa - Ballia
Basdewa is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Basdewa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basdewa is 198832. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.62 hectares and falls under the 277121 pincode.
Basdewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basdewa
As per Census 2011, Basdewa village has a total population of 2,776 people, consisting of 1,460 males and 1,316 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,552 literate and 1,224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basdewa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,776 | 1,460 | 1,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 239 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 172 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,552 | 970 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,224 | 490 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Basdewa
Basdewa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turkpura Urf Bishunpura | West | 0.57 km |
| Babhnauli | East | 0.81 km |
| Talkarauti | South | 1.11 km |
| Malik Pura | West | 1.23 km |
| Tal Pundaha | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Sujayat | North | 1.59 km |
| Marchi Khurd | East | 1.63 km |
| Bharat Chak | East | 1.65 km |
| Singarpur | South | 1.75 km |
| Ashapur | North-East | 1.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basdewa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Basdewa. The nearest railway station is Chit Baragaon, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 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 Ballia to Basdewa is about 28 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 Basdewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basdewa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basdewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basdewa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basdewa
Where is Basdewa located?
Basdewa village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basdewa?
Basdewa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basdewa?
The pincode of Basdewa is 277121.
What is the population of Basdewa?
Basdewa has a total population of 2,776, including 1,460 males and 1,316 females.
How many households are there in Basdewa?
There are 406 households in Basdewa.
What is the literacy rate in Basdewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basdewa is 55.91%. Male literacy is 66.44% and female literacy is 44.22%.