Bastara Mal.(Barga) Village - Shahpura, Dindori
Bastara Mal.(Barga) is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Bastara Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bastara Mal.(Barga) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bastara Mal.(Barga) is 491573. The village covers a total geographical area of 508.71 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bastara Mal.(Barga) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bastara Mal.(Barga)
As per Census 2011, Bastara Mal.(Barga) village has a total population of 976 people, consisting of 491 males and 485 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 811 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bastara Mal.(Barga) are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 | 491 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 86 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 811 | 409 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 333 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 158 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Bastara Mal.(Barga)
Bastara Mal.(Barga) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bastara Mal.(Barga)
Bastara Mal.(Barga) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Bastara Mal.(Barga) is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Bastara Mal.(Barga) is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bastara Mal.(Barga)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bastara Mal.(Barga) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bastara Mal.(Barga)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bastara Mal.(Barga) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bastara Mal.(Barga)
Where is Bastara Mal.(Barga) located?
Bastara Mal.(Barga) village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bastara Mal.(Barga)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bastara Mal.(Barga) is Bastara Mal.
What is the pincode of Bastara Mal.(Barga)?
The pincode of Bastara Mal.(Barga) is 481990.
What is the population of Bastara Mal.(Barga)?
Bastara Mal.(Barga) has a total population of 976, including 491 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Bastara Mal.(Barga)?
There are 248 households in Bastara Mal.(Barga).
What is the literacy rate in Bastara Mal.(Barga)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bastara Mal.(Barga) is 58.09%. Male literacy is 67.82% and female literacy is 48.25%.