Deswali Basti - Katigora, Cachar
Deswali Basti is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 350 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Chandranathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deswali Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deswali Basti is 299120. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 788025 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Deswali Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deswali Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Deswali Basti village had a total population of 101 people, including 60 males and 41 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 683 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.38%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 62.16%.
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 | 101 | 60 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 42 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 18 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Deswali Basti
Deswali Basti 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 Deswali Basti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Deswali Basti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Deswali Basti is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deswali Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deswali Basti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Deswali Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deswali Basti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deswali Basti
Where is Deswali Basti located?
Deswali Basti village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deswali Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Deswali Basti is Chandranathpur.
What is the pincode of Deswali Basti?
The pincode of Deswali Basti is 788025.
What is the population of Deswali Basti?
Deswali Basti had a total population of 101, including 60 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Deswali Basti?
Deswali Basti had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deswali Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deswali Basti was 77.38%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 62.16%.