Baste - Vikramgad, Palghar
Baste is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Vikramgad and around 40 km from Thane. Utavali serves as the Village Panchayat for Baste village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baste is 551837. The village covers a total geographical area of 340 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Baste village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baste
According to the 2011 Census, Baste village had a total population of 505 people, including 229 males and 276 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,205 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.68%, with male literacy at 87.92% and female literacy at 74.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 384.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 505 | 229 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 22 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 384 | 169 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 182 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 47 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Baste
Baste 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 Baste
Public transport in the Baste is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Baste is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Baste is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baste
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baste village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baste
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baste village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baste
Where is Baste located?
Baste village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Baste?
The Village Panchayat of Baste is Utavali.
What is the pincode of Baste?
The pincode of Baste is 421303.
What is the population of Baste?
Baste had a total population of 505, including 229 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Baste?
Baste had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baste?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baste was 80.68%. Male literacy was 87.92% and female literacy was 74.25%.