Shanichara - Bhanpur, Basti
Shanichara is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Asnahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shanichara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shanichara is 178603. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.74 hectares and falls under the 272194 pincode.
Shanichara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Shanichara
According to the 2011 Census, Shanichara village had a total population of 509 people, including 256 males and 253 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.69%, with male literacy at 77.00% and female literacy at 46.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 509 | 256 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 154 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 102 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Shanichara
Shanichara 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 Shanichara
Shanichara 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Shanichara is about 37 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 Shanichara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shanichara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shanichara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shanichara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shanichara
Where is Shanichara located?
Shanichara village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shanichara?
The Gram Panchayat of Shanichara is Asnahari.
What is the pincode of Shanichara?
The pincode of Shanichara is 272194.
What is the population of Shanichara?
Shanichara had a total population of 509, including 256 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Shanichara?
Shanichara had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shanichara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shanichara was 61.69%. Male literacy was 77.00% and female literacy was 46.53%.