Basantpur
Basantpur is a village located in Khanpur subdivision of Samastipur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Khanpur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Samastipur. As per 2009 stats, Sobhan is the gram panchayat of Basantpur village.
Basantpur has its own place in the vibrant Samastipur 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 Basantpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basantpur is 236473. The village spans a total geographical area of 215 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 848117. Samstipur is nearest town to Basantpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Basantpur
Population of Basantpur
Below is a concise population overview of Basantpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,640 | 1,340 | 1,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 546 | 283 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 401 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,246 | 719 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,394 | 621 | 773 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basantpur village:
- The total population of Basantpur village is around 2,640, including approximately 1,340 males and 1,300 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 546 children aged 0–6 years in Basantpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Basantpur village has 812 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Basantpur village is about 47.20%, with male literacy at 53.66% and female literacy at 40.54%.
- There are around 595 households in Basantpur village.
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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Khanpur Subdivision, within the Samastipur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basantpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basantpur is Sobhan (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 848117, 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 2,640, with 1,340 males and 1,300 females.
- How many households are there in Basantpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basantpur village has a total of 595 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basantpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basantpur is 47.20%. The male literacy rate is 53.66%, while the female literacy rate is 40.54%.