Basalatpur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Basalatpur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Conelganj and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Basalatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basalatpur is 174871. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.32 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Conelganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Basalatpur 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 Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basalatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basalatpur village had a total population of 764 people, including 401 males and 363 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.40%, with male literacy at 80.24% and female literacy at 55.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 764 | 401 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 268 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 133 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Basalatpur
Basalatpur 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 Basalatpur
Basalatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basalatpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Conelganj to Basalatpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Basalatpur is about 31 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 Basalatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basalatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basalatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basalatpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basalatpur
Where is Basalatpur located?
Basalatpur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basalatpur?
Basalatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basalatpur?
The pincode of Basalatpur is 271502.
What is the population of Basalatpur?
Basalatpur had a total population of 764, including 401 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Basalatpur?
Basalatpur had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basalatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basalatpur was 68.40%. Male literacy was 80.24% and female literacy was 55.30%.