Basti - Azamgarh
Basti is a village situated in the Azamgarh tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Azamgarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Basti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basti is 193861. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.72 hectares and falls under the 276131 pincode.
Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mubarakpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basti
As per Census 2011, Basti village has a total population of 940 people, consisting of 443 males and 497 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 612 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 495 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 940 | 443 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 70 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 237 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 321 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 122 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Basti
Basti 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 Basti
Basti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Basti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Basti is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basti 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 Basti
Where is Basti located?
Basti village is located in Azamgarh Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basti?
Basti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basti?
The pincode of Basti is 276131.
What is the population of Basti?
Basti has a total population of 940, including 443 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Basti?
There are 148 households in Basti.
What is the literacy rate in Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basti is 65.11%. Male literacy is 72.46% and female literacy is 58.55%.