Basant

Basant is a village located in Chewara subdivision of Sheikhpura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Chewara (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Sheikhpura. As per 2009 stats, Chakandra is the gram panchayat of Basant village.

Basant has its own place in the vibrant Sheikhpura 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 Basant

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basant is 244048. The village spans a total geographical area of 86 hectares. Sheikhpura is nearest town to Basant village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Basant

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 717 358 359
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 137 71 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) 62 32 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 334 214 120
Illiterate Population 383 144 239

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

  • The total population of Basant village is around 717, including approximately 358 males and 359 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Basant village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basant village has 62 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Basant village is about 46.58%, with male literacy at 59.78% and female literacy at 33.43%.
  • There are around 115 households in Basant village.

Connectivity of Basant

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basant. As per the 2011 stats, Basant 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Basant

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Basant

Where is Basant located?
Basant village is situated in Chewara Subdivision, within the Sheikhpura district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basant?
The Gram Panchayat of Basant is Chakandra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Basant as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basant is 717, with 358 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Basant as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basant village has a total of 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basant as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basant is 46.58%. The male literacy rate is 59.78%, while the female literacy rate is 33.43%.