Bara Gaon - Harraiya, Basti
Bara Gaon is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Chandra Paliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Gaon is 179923. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.96 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bara Gaon 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 Bara Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Gaon village had a total population of 40 people, including 20 males and 20 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.00%, with male literacy at 47.37% and female literacy at 31.25%.
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 | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Gaon
Bara Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Hasan Nalband | North-East | 0.26 km |
| Naipura | North-West | 0.32 km |
| Salempur | North | 0.46 km |
| Kajipur | North-East | 0.47 km |
| Pure Gangaram | North-East | 0.49 km |
| Bharpapur Gairmustakham | East | 0.60 km |
| Pikaura Chaube | North | 0.62 km |
| Sukhrampur | North-East | 0.73 km |
| Trilokpur | North-East | 0.87 km |
| Pure Moti | North | 0.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bara Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bara Gaon. The nearest railway station is Darshannagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.0 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 Bara Gaon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Bara Gaon is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bara Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bara Gaon
Where is Bara Gaon located?
Bara Gaon village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Gaon is Chandra Paliya.
What is the pincode of Bara Gaon?
The pincode of Bara Gaon is 272131.
What is the population of Bara Gaon?
Bara Gaon had a total population of 40, including 20 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Bara Gaon?
Bara Gaon had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Gaon was 40.00%. Male literacy was 47.37% and female literacy was 31.25%.