Bastikia
Bastikia is a village located in Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sonhaula (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Pothia is the gram panchayat of Bastikia village.
Here you can discover what makes Bastikia unique in its vibrant Sonhaula-Bhagalpur region. You’ll see Bastikia’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 Bastikia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bastikia is 240282. The village spans a total geographical area of 29 hectares. Colgong is nearest town to Bastikia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Bastikia
Population of Bastikia
According to the 2011 Census, Bastikia has a total population of about 351, with approximately 201 males and 150 females. The sex ratio is around 746 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.13%, with male literacy at about 64.68% and female literacy near 44.67%. There are around 73 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bastikia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 201 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 197 | 130 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 71 | 83 |
Connectivity of Bastikia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bastikia. As per the 2011 stats, Bastikia 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 Bastikia
Knowing the nearby villages of Bastikia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bastikia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bastikia
- Where is Bastikia located?
- Bastikia village is situated in Sonhaula Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bastikia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bastikia is Pothia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Bastikia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bastikia is 351, with 201 males and 150 females.
- How many households are there in Bastikia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bastikia village has a total of 73 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bastikia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bastikia is 56.13%. The male literacy rate is 64.68%, while the female literacy rate is 44.67%.