Basantpur
Basantpur is a village located in Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Pathalgaon (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Tarekela is the gram panchayat of Basantpur village.
Basantpur has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur 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 434297. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496220. Pathalgaon is nearest town to Basantpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
When it comes to local governance, Basantpur 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 Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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 | 409 | 196 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 65 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 136 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 60 | 99 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basantpur village:
- The total population of Basantpur village is around 409, including approximately 196 males and 213 females, with a sex ratio of 1086 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Basantpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Basantpur village has 144 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 170 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Basantpur village is about 61.12%, with male literacy at 69.39% and female literacy at 53.52%.
- There are around 109 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 |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| 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 Pathalgaon Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basantpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basantpur is Tarekela (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 496220, 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 409, with 196 males and 213 females.
- How many households are there in Basantpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basantpur village has a total of 109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basantpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basantpur is 61.12%. The male literacy rate is 69.39%, while the female literacy rate is 53.52%.