Basu
About Basu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Basu village is 508038. Basu village is located in Vadgam taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Vadgam (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Basu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1695.45 hectares. Basu has a total population of 13,247 peoples, out of which male population is 6,716 while female population is 6,531. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 972 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of basu village is 69.91% out of which 78.26% males and 61.32% females are literate. There are about 2,328 houses in basu village. Pincode of basu village locality is 385520.
When it comes to administration, Basu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Basu village comes under Vadgam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Patan Lok Sabha constituency. Palanpur is nearest town to basu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Basu
The population details of Basu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,247 | 6,716 | 6,531 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,029 | 1,023 | 1,006 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 682 | 358 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 389 | 190 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 9,261 | 5,256 | 4,005 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,986 | 1,460 | 2,526 |
Connectivity of Basu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Basu
Where is Basu located?
Basu village is situated in Vadgam Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basu?
Basu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Basu?
The pincode of Basu is 385520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basu is 13,247, with 6,716 males and 6,531 females.
How many households are there in Basu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basu village has a total of 2,328 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basu is 69.91%. The male literacy rate is 78.26%, while the female literacy rate is 61.32%.