Basantpur
Basantpur is a village located in Sikta subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sikta (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Maswas is the gram panchayat of Basantpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Basantpur unique in its vibrant Sikta-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Basantpur’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 Basantpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basantpur is 217264. The village spans a total geographical area of 163.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845307. Bettiah is nearest town to Basantpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Basantpur
Population of Basantpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantpur has a total population of about 1,700, with approximately 889 males and 811 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 353 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 571 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 42.53%, with male literacy at about 54.89% and female literacy near 28.98%. There are around 357 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basantpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,700 | 889 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 186 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 303 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 723 | 488 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 977 | 401 | 576 |
Connectivity of Basantpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basantpur. As per the 2011 stats, Basantpur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basantpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Basantpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basantpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basantpur
- Where is Basantpur located?
- Basantpur village is situated in Sikta Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basantpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basantpur is Maswas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basantpur?
- The pincode of Basantpur is 845307, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basantpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basantpur is 1,700, with 889 males and 811 females.
- How many households are there in Basantpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basantpur village has a total of 357 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basantpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basantpur is 42.53%. The male literacy rate is 54.89%, while the female literacy rate is 28.98%.