Basti
Basti is a village located in Pendra Road Gorella tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Gaurella (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Basti village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Basti unique in its vibrant Pendra Road Gorella-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Basti’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 Basti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basti is 437500. The village spans a total geographical area of 841.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495119. Pendra is nearest town to Basti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Basti
Population of Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Basti has a total population of about 1,311, with approximately 668 males and 643 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 173 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,124. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.28%, with male literacy at about 68.41% and female literacy near 45.72%. There are around 304 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,311 | 668 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,124 | 566 | 558 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 457 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 211 | 349 |
Connectivity of Basti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basti. As per the 2011 stats, Basti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basti
Knowing the nearby villages of Basti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basti
- Where is Basti located?
- Basti village is situated in Pendra Road Gorella Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basti?
- Basti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Basti?
- The pincode of Basti is 495119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basti is 1,311, with 668 males and 643 females.
- How many households are there in Basti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basti village has a total of 304 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basti is 57.28%. The male literacy rate is 68.41%, while the female literacy rate is 45.72%.