Basant
Basant is a village located in Madanpur subdivision of Aurangabad district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Madanpur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Salaiya is the gram panchayat of Basant village.
Here you can discover what makes Basant unique in its vibrant Madanpur-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Basant’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 Basant
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basant is 254431. The village spans a total geographical area of 439 hectares. Rafiganj is nearest town to Basant village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Basant
Population of Basant
According to the 2011 Census, Basant has a total population of about 3,215, with approximately 1,643 males and 1,572 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 579 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 974 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.80%, with male literacy at about 56.18% and female literacy near 41.09%. There are around 457 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basant's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,215 | 1,643 | 1,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 579 | 301 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 974 | 517 | 457 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,569 | 923 | 646 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,646 | 720 | 926 |
Connectivity of Basant
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basant. As per the 2011 stats, Basant had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basant
Knowing the nearby villages of Basant helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basant
- Where is Basant located?
- Basant village is situated in Madanpur Subdivision, within the Aurangabad district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basant?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basant is Salaiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Basant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basant is 3,215, with 1,643 males and 1,572 females.
- How many households are there in Basant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basant village has a total of 457 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basant as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basant is 48.80%. The male literacy rate is 56.18%, while the female literacy rate is 41.09%.