Basantpur
About Basantpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Basantpur village is 024111. Basantpur village is located in Seoni tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Seoni. Seoni is the sub-district headquarter of Basantpur village. As per 2009 stats, Basantpur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 111 hectares. Basantpur has a total population of 644 peoples, out of which male population is 339 while female population is 305. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 899 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of basantpur village is 82.30% out of which 82.89% males and 81.64% females are literate. There are about 155 houses in basantpur village. Pincode of basantpur village locality is 171018.
When it comes to administration, Basantpur 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, Basantpur village comes under Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Seoni is nearest town to basantpur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Basantpur
The population details of Basantpur 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 | 644 | 339 | 305 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 205 | 101 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 530 | 281 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 58 | 56 |
Connectivity of Basantpur
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Basantpur
Where is Basantpur located?
Basantpur village is situated in Seoni Tehsil, within the Shimla 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 171018, 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 644, with 339 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basantpur village has a total of 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basantpur is 82.30%. The male literacy rate is 82.89%, while the female literacy rate is 81.64%.