Bastha
Bastha is a village located in Mainatanr subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mainatanr (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Bastha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bastha unique in its vibrant Mainatanr-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Bastha’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 Bastha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bastha is 216576. The village spans a total geographical area of 201.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845306. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Bastha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Bastha
Population of Bastha
According to the 2011 Census, Bastha has a total population of about 5,331, with approximately 2,837 males and 2,494 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,272 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 241 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 33. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.38%, with male literacy at about 51.78% and female literacy near 35.97%. There are around 918 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bastha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,331 | 2,837 | 2,494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,272 | 633 | 639 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 129 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,366 | 1,469 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,965 | 1,368 | 1,597 |
Connectivity of Bastha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bastha. As per the 2011 stats, Bastha 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bastha
Knowing the nearby villages of Bastha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bastha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bastha
- Where is Bastha located?
- Bastha village is situated in Mainatanr Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bastha?
- Bastha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bastha?
- The pincode of Bastha is 845306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bastha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bastha is 5,331, with 2,837 males and 2,494 females.
- How many households are there in Bastha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bastha village has a total of 918 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bastha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bastha is 44.38%. The male literacy rate is 51.78%, while the female literacy rate is 35.97%.