Basantpur

Basantpur is a village located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 116km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Basantpur village. As per 2009 stats, Basantpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Basantpur unique in its vibrant Indora-Kangra region. You’ll see Basantpur’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 Basantpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basantpur is 008793. The village spans a total geographical area of 143.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176403. Mukerian is nearest town to Basantpur village for all major economic activities.

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 Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra 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 Basantpur

According to the 2011 Census, Basantpur has a total population of about 641, with approximately 349 males and 292 females. The sex ratio is around 836 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 94 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 57. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.07%, with male literacy at about 76.50% and female literacy near 66.78%. There are around 122 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basantpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 641 349 292
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 41 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 94 55 39
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 57 32 25
Literate Population 462 267 195
Illiterate Population 179 82 97

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 within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
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 Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantpur?
Basantpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Basantpur?
The pincode of Basantpur is 176403, 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 641, with 349 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basantpur village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basantpur is 72.07%. The male literacy rate is 76.50%, while the female literacy rate is 66.78%.