Sagara - Bhanpur, Basti
Sagara is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Sagara Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sagara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sagara is 178530. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.93 hectares and falls under the 272002 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sagara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sagara
According to the 2011 Census, Sagara village had a total population of 1,465 people, including 726 males and 739 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.45%, with male literacy at 84.03% and female literacy at 70.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215.
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 | 1,465 | 726 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 106 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 965 | 521 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 205 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Sagara
Sagara 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 Sagara
Sagara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Basti to Sagara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Sagara is about 38 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 Sagara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sagara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sagara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sagara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sagara
Where is Sagara located?
Sagara village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sagara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sagara is Sagara Khas.
What is the pincode of Sagara?
The pincode of Sagara is 272002.
What is the population of Sagara?
Sagara had a total population of 1,465, including 726 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Sagara?
Sagara had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sagara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sagara was 77.45%. Male literacy was 84.03% and female literacy was 70.93%.