Basta
Basta is a village located in Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Maheshpur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Pakur. As per 2009 stats, Sitarampur is the gram panchayat of Basta village.
Here you can discover what makes Basta unique in its vibrant Maheshpur-Pakur region. You’ll see Basta’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 Basta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basta is 360723. The village spans a total geographical area of 103.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814111. Pakur is nearest town to Basta village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Basta
Population of Basta
According to the 2011 Census, Basta has a total population of about 600, with approximately 294 males and 306 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 476. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.83%, with male literacy at about 43.20% and female literacy near 38.56%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 600 | 294 | 306 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 65 | 50 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 476 | 228 | 248 |
Literate Population | 245 | 127 | 118 |
Illiterate Population | 355 | 167 | 188 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basta
- Where is Basta located?
- Basta village is situated in Maheshpur Subdivision, within the Pakur district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basta is Sitarampur (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 814111, 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 600, with 294 males and 306 females.
- How many households are there in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basta village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basta is 40.83%. The male literacy rate is 43.20%, while the female literacy rate is 38.56%.