Bansgaon - Harraiya, Basti
Bansgaon is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Bans Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bansgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansgaon is 179551. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.46 hectares and falls under the 272181 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bansgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bansgaon
As per Census 2011, Bansgaon village has a total population of 2,163 people, consisting of 1,130 males and 1,033 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,124 literate and 1,039 illiterate residents. Additionally, 656 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bansgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,163 | 1,130 | 1,033 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 172 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 656 | 348 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 687 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,039 | 443 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Bansgaon
Bansgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajagra | North | 1.15 km |
| Bhadaipur | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Marvatiya Kunwer | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Birpur Hasanganj | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Chamrahiya | East | 1.31 km |
| Manpur | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Malkainiya | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Byorpur Muan | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Narsinghpur Kalan | North | 1.73 km |
| Pure Hasin | West | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bansgaon
Bansgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Babhnan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.4 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 Bansgaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Bansgaon is about 40 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 Bansgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bansgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bansgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bansgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bansgaon
Where is Bansgaon located?
Bansgaon village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bansgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bansgaon is Bans Gaon.
What is the pincode of Bansgaon?
The pincode of Bansgaon is 272181.
What is the population of Bansgaon?
Bansgaon has a total population of 2,163, including 1,130 males and 1,033 females.
How many households are there in Bansgaon?
There are 324 households in Bansgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bansgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansgaon is 51.96%. Male literacy is 60.80% and female literacy is 42.30%.