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.

Basta has its own place in the vibrant Pakur 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 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.

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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 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

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

  • The total population of Basta village is around 600, including approximately 294 males and 306 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Basta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basta village has 476 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Basta village is about 40.83%, with male literacy at 43.20% and female literacy at 38.56%.
  • There are around 145 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 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.

Birkiti Khosalpur Darajpur Golabari Bastakhas Kasiadanga Sitarampur Gokulpur Kamardanga Makdumpur Sirajpur

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%.