Basna
Basna is a village located in Nawa Bazar subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Nawa Bazar (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Basana is the gram panchayat of Basna village.
Basna has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Basna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basna is 365832. The village spans a total geographical area of 382 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822124. Nawa Bazar is nearest town to Basna village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Basna
Population of Basna
Below is a concise population overview of Basna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,319 | 1,218 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 200 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,037 | 540 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 796 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 422 | 562 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basna village:
- The total population of Basna village is around 2,319, including approximately 1,218 males and 1,101 females, with a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 360 children aged 0–6 years in Basna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Basna village has 1,037 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Basna village is about 57.57%, with male literacy at 65.35% and female literacy at 48.96%.
- There are around 408 households in Basna village.
Connectivity of Basna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basna. As per the 2011 stats, Basna 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basna
Knowing the nearby villages of Basna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basna
- Where is Basna located?
- Basna village is situated in Nawa Bazar Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basna is Basana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basna?
- The pincode of Basna is 822124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basna is 2,319, with 1,218 males and 1,101 females.
- How many households are there in Basna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basna village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basna is 57.57%. The male literacy rate is 65.35%, while the female literacy rate is 48.96%.