Jira Basti - Ballia
Jira Basti is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jira Basti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jira Basti is 199060. The village covers a total geographical area of 419.16 hectares and falls under the 277001 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jira Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jira Basti
As per Census 2011, Jira Basti village has a total population of 8,646 people, consisting of 4,542 males and 4,104 females. The village has 1,217 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,081 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,757 literate and 2,889 illiterate residents. Additionally, 506 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 311 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jira Basti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,646 | 4,542 | 4,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,081 | 547 | 534 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 262 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 147 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 5,757 | 3,350 | 2,407 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,889 | 1,192 | 1,697 |
Nearby Villages of Jira Basti
Jira Basti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patkhouli Mustkle Samrathpat | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Brahmaine | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Bharatpur Chaubey | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Mafi Jirabasti | West | 1.73 km |
| Ishwarpura | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Deokali | South | 1.92 km |
| Gothahuli | East | 1.93 km |
| Chak Jirabasti | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Amawa Taluke Sagarpali | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Chhorhar | North-East | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jira Basti
Jira Basti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ballia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Jira Basti is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jira Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jira Basti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jira Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jira Basti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jira Basti
Where is Jira Basti located?
Jira Basti village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jira Basti?
Jira Basti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jira Basti?
The pincode of Jira Basti is 277001.
What is the population of Jira Basti?
Jira Basti has a total population of 8,646, including 4,542 males and 4,104 females.
How many households are there in Jira Basti?
There are 1,217 households in Jira Basti.
What is the literacy rate in Jira Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jira Basti is 66.59%. Male literacy is 73.76% and female literacy is 58.65%.