Basawanpur - Dhampur, Bijnor
Basawanpur is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Basavanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basawanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basawanpur is 113396. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 246733 pincode. Bahraur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Basawanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nehtaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basawanpur
As per Census 2011, Basawanpur village has a total population of 1,056 people, consisting of 569 males and 487 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 652 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basawanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,056 | 569 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 87 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 220 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 437 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 132 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Basawanpur
Basawanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jarifpur Chatar | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Noorpur Kherki | North | 1.14 km |
| Taherpur Askaran | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Chak Mubarakpur | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Padla | East | 1.20 km |
| Mubarakpur | South | 1.24 km |
| Raghunathpur | West | 1.46 km |
| Farid Nagar | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Begrajpur | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Jyothi | West | 1.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basawanpur
Basawanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haldaur, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraur to Basawanpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Basawanpur is about 28 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 Basawanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basawanpur 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 Basawanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basawanpur 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 Basawanpur
Where is Basawanpur located?
Basawanpur village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basawanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basawanpur is Basavanpur.
What is the pincode of Basawanpur?
The pincode of Basawanpur is 246733.
What is the population of Basawanpur?
Basawanpur has a total population of 1,056, including 569 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Basawanpur?
There are 195 households in Basawanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Basawanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basawanpur is 61.74%. Male literacy is 76.80% and female literacy is 44.15%.