Basta

Basta is a village located in Thakurgangti subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 2.5km away from sub-district headquarter Thakurgangti (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Godda. As per 2009 stats, Runji is the gram panchayat of Basta village.

Basta has its own place in the vibrant Godda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Basta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basta is 355981. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813208. Thakurgangti is nearest town to Basta village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Basta

Below is a concise population overview of Basta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,368 729 639
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 292 149 143
Scheduled Castes (SC) 181 96 85
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 86 46 40
Literate Population 572 401 171
Illiterate Population 796 328 468

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basta village:

  • The total population of Basta village is around 1,368, including approximately 729 males and 639 females, with a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 292 children aged 0–6 years in Basta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basta village has 181 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 86 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Basta village is about 41.81%, with male literacy at 55.01% and female literacy at 26.76%.
  • There are around 268 households in Basta village.

Connectivity of Basta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basta. As per the 2011 stats, Basta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Basta

Knowing the nearby villages of Basta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basta.

Dogachhi Khajri Chak Lainbrar Barakhar Lensirsa Gorapariharpur Bariasirsa Gobindi Chak Kanipathari Gaias Chak Majh Kola Misirgangti

Frequently Asked Questions about Basta

Where is Basta located?
Basta village is situated in Thakurgangti Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basta?
The Gram Panchayat of Basta is Runji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basta?
The pincode of Basta is 813208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basta is 1,368, with 729 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basta village has a total of 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basta is 41.81%. The male literacy rate is 55.01%, while the female literacy rate is 26.76%.