Bachhanpur - Harraiya, Basti
Bachhanpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Narayanpur Misra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachhanpur is 179473. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.78 hectares and falls under the 272155 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Bachhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bachhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bachhanpur village had a total population of 390 people, including 194 males and 196 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.19%, with male literacy at 65.68% and female literacy at 44.64%.
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 | 390 | 194 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 111 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 83 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Bachhanpur
Bachhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhvar | South-East | 0.68 km |
| Narsinghpur Khurd | North-West | 0.75 km |
| Madhavapur Panday | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Narayanpur Misra | South | 1.02 km |
| Bargadahiya Chaube | South-East | 1.05 km |
| Ratas Gosai | West | 1.23 km |
| Misrauliya Khurd | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Devya Baksa Pandey | North | 1.36 km |
| Nathaupur | East | 1.37 km |
| Chorkhari | North-East | 1.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bachhanpur
Bachhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gaur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.7 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Bachhanpur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachhanpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bachhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachhanpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bachhanpur
Where is Bachhanpur located?
Bachhanpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachhanpur is Narayanpur Misra.
What is the pincode of Bachhanpur?
The pincode of Bachhanpur is 272155.
What is the population of Bachhanpur?
Bachhanpur had a total population of 390, including 194 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Bachhanpur?
Bachhanpur had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachhanpur was 55.19%. Male literacy was 65.68% and female literacy was 44.64%.