Basant Kot
Basant Kot is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Basantkot is the gram panchayat of Basant Kot village.
Basant Kot has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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 Basant Kot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basant Kot is 028883. The village spans a total geographical area of 215 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143511. Batala is nearest town to Basant Kot village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Basant Kot
Below is a concise population overview of Basant Kot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 499 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 63 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 646 | 350 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 149 | 168 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basant Kot village:
- The total population of Basant Kot village is around 963, including approximately 499 males and 464 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Basant Kot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Basant Kot village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Basant Kot village is about 67.08%, with male literacy at 70.14% and female literacy at 63.79%.
- There are around 188 households in Basant Kot village.
Connectivity of Basant Kot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basant Kot. As per the 2011 stats, Basant Kot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basant Kot
Knowing the nearby villages of Basant Kot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basant Kot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basant Kot
- Where is Basant Kot located?
- Basant Kot village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basant Kot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basant Kot is Basantkot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basant Kot?
- The pincode of Basant Kot is 143511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basant Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basant Kot is 963, with 499 males and 464 females.
- How many households are there in Basant Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basant Kot village has a total of 188 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basant Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basant Kot is 67.08%. The male literacy rate is 70.14%, while the female literacy rate is 63.79%.