Bastwara
Bastwara is a village located in Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Singhwara (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Madhopur Bastwara is the gram panchayat of Bastwara village.
Here you can discover what makes Bastwara unique in its vibrant Singhwara-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Bastwara’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 Bastwara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bastwara is 226836. The village spans a total geographical area of 158 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847104. Darbhanga is nearest town to Bastwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Bastwara
Population of Bastwara
According to the 2011 Census, Bastwara has a total population of about 5,070, with approximately 2,638 males and 2,432 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 855 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 339 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 52.33%, with male literacy at about 57.81% and female literacy near 46.38%. There are around 958 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bastwara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,070 | 2,638 | 2,432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 855 | 407 | 448 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 177 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,653 | 1,525 | 1,128 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,417 | 1,113 | 1,304 |
Connectivity of Bastwara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bastwara. As per the 2011 stats, Bastwara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bastwara
Knowing the nearby villages of Bastwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bastwara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bastwara
- Where is Bastwara located?
- Bastwara village is situated in Singhwara Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bastwara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bastwara is Madhopur Bastwara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bastwara?
- The pincode of Bastwara is 847104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bastwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bastwara is 5,070, with 2,638 males and 2,432 females.
- How many households are there in Bastwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bastwara village has a total of 958 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bastwara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bastwara is 52.33%. The male literacy rate is 57.81%, while the female literacy rate is 46.38%.