Basantpur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Basantpur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Mangraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantpur is 212358. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.71 hectares and falls under the 231306 pincode.
Basantpur 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 Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantpur village had a total population of 798 people, including 411 males and 387 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 86.35% and female literacy at 61.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 311.
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 | 798 | 411 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 166 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 291 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 120 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Basantpur
Basantpur 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 Basantpur
Basantpur 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 Basantpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mirzapur to Basantpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantpur 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 Basantpur
Where is Basantpur located?
Basantpur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basantpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantpur is Mangraha.
What is the pincode of Basantpur?
The pincode of Basantpur is 231306.
What is the population of Basantpur?
Basantpur had a total population of 798, including 411 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur?
Basantpur had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantpur was 73.91%. Male literacy was 86.35% and female literacy was 61.04%.