Bashti
Bashti is a village located in Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Chenani (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Bain is the gram panchayat of Bashti village.
Here you can discover what makes Bashti unique in its vibrant Chenani-Udhampur region. You’ll see Bashti’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 Bashti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bashti is 005001. The village spans a total geographical area of 186.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182141. Chenani is nearest town to Bashti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Bashti
Population of Bashti
According to the 2011 Census, Bashti has a total population of about 570, with approximately 290 males and 280 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 132 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 149. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.77%, with male literacy at about 60.00% and female literacy near 37.14%. There are around 100 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bashti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 290 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 73 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 174 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 116 | 176 |
Connectivity of Bashti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bashti. As per the 2011 stats, Bashti 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bashti
Knowing the nearby villages of Bashti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bashti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bashti
- Where is Bashti located?
- Bashti village is situated in Chenani Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bashti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bashti is Bain (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bashti?
- The pincode of Bashti is 182141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bashti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bashti is 570, with 290 males and 280 females.
- How many households are there in Bashti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bashti village has a total of 100 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bashti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bashti is 48.77%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 37.14%.