Bastara Mal
Bastara Mal is a village located in Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpura (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Dindori. As per 2009 stats, Bastara Mal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bastara Mal unique in its vibrant Shahpura-Dindori region. You’ll see Bastara Mal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bastara Mal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bastara Mal is 491573. The village spans a total geographical area of 508.71 hectares. Shahpura is nearest town to Bastara Mal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Bastara Mal
Population of Bastara Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Bastara Mal has a total population of about 976, with approximately 491 males and 485 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 811. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.09%, with male literacy at about 67.82% and female literacy near 48.25%. There are around 248 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bastara Mal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
Connectivity of Bastara Mal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bastara Mal. As per the 2011 stats, Bastara Mal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bastara Mal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bastara Mal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bastara Mal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bastara Mal
- Where is Bastara Mal located?
- Bastara Mal village is situated in Shahpura Tehsil, within the Dindori district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bastara Mal?
- Bastara Mal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bastara Mal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bastara Mal is 976, with 491 males and 485 females.
- How many households are there in Bastara Mal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bastara Mal village has a total of 248 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bastara Mal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bastara Mal is 58.09%. The male literacy rate is 67.82%, while the female literacy rate is 48.25%.