Basai Bawas - Sikandra Rao, Hathras
Basai Bawas is a village situated in the Sikandra Rao tehsil of Hathras district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Sikandra Rao and around 25 km from Mahamaya Nagar. Basai Babas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basai Bawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basai Bawas is 123088. The village covers a total geographical area of 1053.96 hectares and falls under the 204215 pincode. Hasayan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Basai Bawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basai Bawas
As per Census 2011, Basai Bawas village has a total population of 5,773 people, consisting of 3,080 males and 2,693 females. The village has 960 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 918 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,083 literate and 2,690 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,492 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basai Bawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,773 | 3,080 | 2,693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 918 | 507 | 411 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,492 | 808 | 684 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,083 | 1,955 | 1,128 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,690 | 1,125 | 1,565 |
Nearby Villages of Basai Bawas
Basai Bawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur (ct) | North | 1.66 km |
| Gangalpur | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Nagla Kesia | West | 2.19 km |
| Jauinayatpur | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Sichawali Sani | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Sikatarasani | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Girdharpur | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Nagla Govind Urf Naujarpur | East | 2.92 km |
| Bistauli | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Bastoi | South-East | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basai Bawas
Basai Bawas 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 Bastoi Halt, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hasayan to Basai Bawas is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahamaya Nagar to Basai Bawas is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basai Bawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basai Bawas 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basai Bawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basai Bawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basai Bawas
Where is Basai Bawas located?
Basai Bawas village is located in Sikandra Rao Tehsil, Hathras district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basai Bawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Basai Bawas is Basai Babas.
What is the pincode of Basai Bawas?
The pincode of Basai Bawas is 204215.
What is the population of Basai Bawas?
Basai Bawas has a total population of 5,773, including 3,080 males and 2,693 females.
How many households are there in Basai Bawas?
There are 960 households in Basai Bawas.
What is the literacy rate in Basai Bawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basai Bawas is 53.40%. Male literacy is 63.47% and female literacy is 41.89%.