Basanpur
Basanpur is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 26km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Basanpur village. As per 2009 stats, Kamaloor is the gram panchayat of Basanpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Basanpur unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Basanpur’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 Basanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basanpur is 450091. The village spans a total geographical area of 408.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494551. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Basanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Basanpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Basanpur
Population of Basanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basanpur has a total population of about 226, with approximately 115 males and 111 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 214. The overall literacy rate is approximately 5.31%, with male literacy at about 7.83% and female literacy near 2.70%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 115 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 107 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 106 | 108 |
Connectivity of Basanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Basanpur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Basanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basanpur
- Where is Basanpur located?
- Basanpur village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basanpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basanpur is Kamaloor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basanpur?
- The pincode of Basanpur is 494551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basanpur is 226, with 115 males and 111 females.
- How many households are there in Basanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basanpur village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basanpur is 5.31%. The male literacy rate is 7.83%, while the female literacy rate is 2.70%.