Basti
Basti is a village located in Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Nizamabad (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Azamgarh. As per 2009 stats, Basti village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Basti unique in its vibrant Nizamabad-Azamgarh region. You’ll see Basti’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 Basti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basti is 194369. The village spans a total geographical area of 242.44 hectares. Saraymeer is nearest town to Basti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Basti
Population of Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Basti has a total population of about 2,356, with approximately 1,131 males and 1,225 females. The sex ratio is around 1083 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 393 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 953 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.21%, with male literacy at about 68.79% and female literacy near 54.20%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,356 | 1,131 | 1,225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 198 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 459 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 778 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 353 | 561 |
Connectivity of Basti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basti. As per the 2011 stats, Basti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basti
Knowing the nearby villages of Basti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basti
- Where is Basti located?
- Basti village is situated in Nizamabad Tehsil, within the Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basti?
- Basti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Basti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basti is 2,356, with 1,131 males and 1,225 females.
- How many households are there in Basti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basti village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basti is 61.21%. The male literacy rate is 68.79%, while the female literacy rate is 54.20%.