Basiraha
Basiraha is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Basiraha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Basiraha unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Basiraha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Basiraha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basiraha is 200086. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.56 hectares. Shahganj is nearest town to Basiraha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Basiraha
Population of Basiraha
According to the 2011 Census, Basiraha has a total population of about 1,164, with approximately 543 males and 621 females. The sex ratio is around 1143 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 405 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.27%, with male literacy at about 69.98% and female literacy near 44.28%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basiraha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,164 | 543 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 88 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 183 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 380 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 163 | 346 |
Connectivity of Basiraha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basiraha. As per the 2011 stats, Basiraha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basiraha
Knowing the nearby villages of Basiraha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basiraha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basiraha
- Where is Basiraha located?
- Basiraha village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basiraha?
- Basiraha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Basiraha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basiraha is 1,164, with 543 males and 621 females.
- How many households are there in Basiraha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basiraha village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basiraha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basiraha is 56.27%. The male literacy rate is 69.98%, while the female literacy rate is 44.28%.