Bastora

Bastora is a village located in Bardez taluka of North Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Mapusa (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Panaji. As per 2009 stats, Bastora village is also a gram panchayat.

Bastora has its own place in the vibrant North Goa 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 Bastora

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bastora is 626678. The village spans a total geographical area of 322.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403507. Bardez is nearest town to Bastora village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bastora 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 Aldona Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the North Goa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bastora

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,943 1,918 2,025
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 340 164 176
Scheduled Castes (SC) 191 95 96
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 33 18 15
Literate Population 3,302 1,664 1,638
Illiterate Population 641 254 387

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

  • The total population of Bastora village is around 3,943, including approximately 1,918 males and 2,025 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 340 children aged 0–6 years in Bastora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bastora village has 191 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 33 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bastora village is about 83.74%, with male literacy at 86.76% and female literacy at 80.89%.
  • There are around 917 households in Bastora village.

Connectivity of Bastora

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bastora. As per the 2011 stats, Bastora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bastora

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bastora

Where is Bastora located?
Bastora village is situated in Bardez Taluka, within the North Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bastora?
Bastora serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bastora?
The pincode of Bastora is 403507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bastora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bastora is 3,943, with 1,918 males and 2,025 females.
How many households are there in Bastora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bastora village has a total of 917 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bastora as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bastora is 83.74%. The male literacy rate is 86.76%, while the female literacy rate is 80.89%.