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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Baste village has a total population of 505 people, consisting of 229 males and 276 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,205 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 384 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baste are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 505 | 229 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 22 | 43 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Baste?
The Gram Panchayat of Baste is Utavali.
What is the pincode of Baste?
The pincode of Baste is 421303.
What is the population of Baste?
Baste has a total population of 505, including 229 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Baste?
There are 113 households in Baste.
What is the literacy rate in Baste?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baste is 70.30%. Male literacy is 79.48% and female literacy is 62.68%.