Basantpur - Tulsipur, Balrampur
Basantpur is a village situated in the Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tulsipur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Basantpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantpur is 173418. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.64 hectares and falls under the 271205 pincode. Tulsipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
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 Tulsipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantpur village had a total population of 2,721 people, including 1,432 males and 1,289 females, living in 391 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.15%, with male literacy at 65.00% and female literacy at 38.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,721 | 1,432 | 1,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 309 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 730 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,603 | 702 | 901 |
Nearby Villages of Basantpur
Basantpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Basantpur
Basantpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basantpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tulsipur to Basantpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Basantpur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Basantpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basantpur
Where is Basantpur located?
Basantpur village is located in Tulsipur Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantpur?
Basantpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basantpur?
The pincode of Basantpur is 271205.
What is the population of Basantpur?
Basantpur had a total population of 2,721, including 1,432 males and 1,289 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur?
Basantpur had 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantpur was 52.15%. Male literacy was 65.00% and female literacy was 38.00%.