Basu

Basu is a village located in Padwa subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Padwa (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Lohara is the gram panchayat of Basu village.

Basu 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 Basu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basu is 366029. The village spans a total geographical area of 233 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822123. Padwa is nearest town to Basu village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Basu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,237 645 592
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 191 94 97
Scheduled Castes (SC) 453 243 210
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 7 6
Literate Population 721 446 275
Illiterate Population 516 199 317

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

  • The total population of Basu village is around 1,237, including approximately 645 males and 592 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 191 children aged 0–6 years in Basu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basu village has 453 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Basu village is about 58.29%, with male literacy at 69.15% and female literacy at 46.45%.
  • There are around 211 households in Basu village.

Connectivity of Basu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basu. As per the 2011 stats, Basu 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Basu

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Basu

Where is Basu located?
Basu village is situated in Padwa Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basu?
The Gram Panchayat of Basu is Lohara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basu?
The pincode of Basu is 822123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basu is 1,237, with 645 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Basu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basu village has a total of 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basu is 58.29%. The male literacy rate is 69.15%, while the female literacy rate is 46.45%.