Basti

Basti is a village located in Harnaut subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Harnaut (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Basti village is also a gram panchayat.

Basti has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Basti

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basti is 244255. The village spans a total geographical area of 333 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Basti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Basti

Below is a concise population overview of Basti as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,148 2,157 1,991
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 738 372 366
Scheduled Castes (SC) 773 416 357
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,945 1,196 749
Illiterate Population 2,203 961 1,242

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basti village:

  • The total population of Basti village is around 4,148, including approximately 2,157 males and 1,991 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 738 children aged 0–6 years in Basti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basti village has 773 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Basti village is about 46.89%, with male literacy at 55.45% and female literacy at 37.62%.
  • There are around 613 households in Basti village.

Connectivity of Basti

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basti. As per the 2011 stats, Basti 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Basti

Knowing the nearby villages of Basti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basti.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Basti

Where is Basti located?
Basti village is situated in Harnaut Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basti?
Basti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Basti as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basti is 4,148, with 2,157 males and 1,991 females.
How many households are there in Basti as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basti village has a total of 613 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basti as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basti is 46.89%. The male literacy rate is 55.45%, while the female literacy rate is 37.62%.