Basua Mai - Jalalabad, Shahjahanpur
Basua Mai is a village situated in the Jalalabad tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalalabad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Daher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basua Mai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basua Mai is 134815. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 242221 pincode.
Basua Mai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalalabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basua Mai
According to the 2011 Census, Basua Mai village had a total population of 447 people, including 234 males and 213 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.96%, with male literacy at 7.18% and female literacy at 2.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 447 | 234 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 25 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 15 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 219 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Basua Mai
Basua Mai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahar | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Kardola | East | 1.14 km |
| Amalia Khurd | South | 1.25 km |
| Shukla Mai | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Amalia Buzurg | North | 1.55 km |
| Khutena | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Khandhar | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Kateli | South | 1.81 km |
| Haar Kateta | West | 1.89 km |
| Kakrala | North-East | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basua Mai
Basua Mai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tilhar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Basua Mai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basua Mai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basua Mai 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 Basua Mai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basua Mai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basua Mai
Where is Basua Mai located?
Basua Mai village is located in Jalalabad Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basua Mai?
The Gram Panchayat of Basua Mai is Daher.
What is the pincode of Basua Mai?
The pincode of Basua Mai is 242221.
What is the population of Basua Mai?
Basua Mai had a total population of 447, including 234 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Basua Mai?
Basua Mai had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basua Mai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basua Mai was 4.96%. Male literacy was 7.18% and female literacy was 2.30%.