Basti - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Basti is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 46 km from Gaurella and around 112 km from Bilaspur. Basti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basti is 437500. The village covers a total geographical area of 841.96 hectares and falls under the 495119 pincode. Pendra is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basti
As per Census 2011, Basti village has a total population of 1,311 people, consisting of 668 males and 643 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 751 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basti are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Basti
Basti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagra | East | 2.13 km |
| Lamna | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Poota | South | 3.74 km |
| Tikarkhurd | East | 3.87 km |
| Bamhani | North | 3.95 km |
| Tidi | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Kotmi Khurd | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Piparbahra | South-East | 5.43 km |
| Fulwaripara | West | 5.77 km |
| Ghatbahra | North-West | 6.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basti
Basti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tenganmada, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pendra to Basti is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Basti is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basti
Where is Basti located?
Basti village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basti?
Basti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basti?
The pincode of Basti is 495119.
What is the population of Basti?
Basti has a total population of 1,311, including 668 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Basti?
There are 304 households in Basti.
What is the literacy rate in Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basti is 57.28%. Male literacy is 68.41% and female literacy is 45.72%.