Basila

Basila is a village located in Potka subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Potka (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Sohda is the gram panchayat of Basila village.

Basila has its own place in the vibrant Purbi Singhbhum 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 Basila

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basila is 363689. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832102. Potka is nearest town to Basila village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Basila

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 974 466 508
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 157 74 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) 109 51 58
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 693 331 362
Literate Population 554 316 238
Illiterate Population 420 150 270

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

  • The total population of Basila village is around 974, including approximately 466 males and 508 females, with a sex ratio of 1090 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 157 children aged 0–6 years in Basila village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basila village has 109 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 693 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Basila village is about 56.88%, with male literacy at 67.81% and female literacy at 46.85%.
  • There are around 186 households in Basila village.

Connectivity of Basila

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Basila

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Basila

Where is Basila located?
Basila village is situated in Potka Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basila?
The Gram Panchayat of Basila is Sohda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basila?
The pincode of Basila is 832102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basila as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basila is 974, with 466 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Basila as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basila village has a total of 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basila as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basila is 56.88%. The male literacy rate is 67.81%, while the female literacy rate is 46.85%.