Basantpur - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Basantpur is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Basantpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantpur is 163965. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.58 hectares and falls under the 225306 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantpur village had a total population of 720 people, including 364 males and 356 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.05%, with male literacy at 78.27% and female literacy at 57.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 352.
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 | 720 | 364 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 51 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 179 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 245 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 119 | 190 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fatehpur to Basantpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Basantpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basantpur
Where is Basantpur located?
Basantpur village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki 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 225306.
What is the population of Basantpur?
Basantpur had a total population of 720, including 364 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur?
Basantpur had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantpur was 68.05%. Male literacy was 78.27% and female literacy was 57.04%.