Basta

Basta is a village located in Tharthari subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Tharthari (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Naraiyanpur is the gram panchayat of Basta village.

Basta 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 Basta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basta is 244703. The village spans a total geographical area of 68 hectares. Hilsa is nearest town to Basta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Basta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,229 638 591
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 245 138 107
Scheduled Castes (SC) 66 34 32
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 145 108 37
Illiterate Population 1,084 530 554

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

  • The total population of Basta village is around 1,229, including approximately 638 males and 591 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 245 children aged 0–6 years in Basta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basta village has 66 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Basta village is about 11.80%, with male literacy at 16.93% and female literacy at 6.26%.
  • There are around 214 households in Basta village.

Connectivity of Basta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basta. As per the 2011 stats, Basta 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Basta

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

Chhariari Buzurg Narainpur Kanjhiawna Rajabad Saidbarhi Panwara Dhotu Chak Amera Nitai Chak Bhatahar

Frequently Asked Questions about Basta

Where is Basta located?
Basta village is situated in Tharthari Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basta?
The Gram Panchayat of Basta is Naraiyanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Basta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basta is 1,229, with 638 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basta village has a total of 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basta is 11.80%. The male literacy rate is 16.93%, while the female literacy rate is 6.26%.