Basti Bujurg
Basti Bujurg is a village located in Sikanderpur tehsil of Ballia district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sikanderpur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Ballia. As per 2009 stats, Basti Bujurg village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Basti Bujurg unique in its vibrant Sikanderpur-Ballia region. You’ll see Basti Bujurg’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 Bujurg
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basti Bujurg is 198017. The village spans a total geographical area of 253.64 hectares. Sikandarpur is nearest town to Basti Bujurg village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Basti Bujurg
Population of Basti Bujurg
According to the 2011 Census, Basti Bujurg has a total population of about 2,174, with approximately 1,118 males and 1,056 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 334 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 517 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 116. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.85%, with male literacy at about 62.61% and female literacy near 42.52%. There are around 333 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basti Bujurg's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,174 | 1,118 | 1,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 178 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 274 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,149 | 700 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,025 | 418 | 607 |
Connectivity of Basti Bujurg
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basti Bujurg. As per the 2011 stats, Basti Bujurg had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basti Bujurg
Knowing the nearby villages of Basti Bujurg helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basti Bujurg.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basti Bujurg
- Where is Basti Bujurg located?
- Basti Bujurg village is situated in Sikanderpur Tehsil, within the Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basti Bujurg?
- Basti Bujurg serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Basti Bujurg as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basti Bujurg is 2,174, with 1,118 males and 1,056 females.
- How many households are there in Basti Bujurg as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basti Bujurg village has a total of 333 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basti Bujurg as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basti Bujurg is 52.85%. The male literacy rate is 62.61%, while the female literacy rate is 42.52%.