Basti - Bhaderwah, Doda
Basti is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Nalthi serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basti is 004507. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.9 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Basti village had a total population of 158 people, including 80 males and 78 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 58.73%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 54 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 26 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Basti
Basti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Basti
Basti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Basti is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Basti is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basti
Where is Basti located?
Basti village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Basti?
The Halqa Panchayat of Basti is Nalthi.
What is the pincode of Basti?
The pincode of Basti is 182222.
What is the population of Basti?
Basti had a total population of 158, including 80 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Basti?
Basti had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basti was 70.00%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 58.73%.