Basti
Basti is a district in the Uttar Pradesh State of India. The total area of Basti district is 2,688 km², which includes 2,662.04 km² of rural area and 25.96 km² of urban area. There are about 3,160 villages in Basti district.
For administrative convenience, Basti district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 4 tehsils in Basti district. Here is the list of all Basti Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Basti District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basti | 829 | 9,49,461 |
| 2 | Bhanpur | 417 | 3,58,572 |
| 3 | Harraiya | 1,213 | 9,50,401 |
| 4 | Rudhauli | 229 | 2,06,030 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Harraiya is the largest tehsil in basti district by both area and population. Rudhauli is the smallest tehsil in basti district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Harraiya | Harraiya |
| Smallest Tehsil | Rudhauli | Rudhauli |
Population of Basti District
The population of Basti offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Basti, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,64,464 | 23,26,367 | 1,38,097 |
| Total Male Population | 12,55,272 | 11,82,846 | 72,426 |
| Total Female Population | 12,09,192 | 11,43,521 | 65,671 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,90,969 | 3,74,686 | 16,283 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,02,683 | 1,94,132 | 8,551 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,88,286 | 1,80,554 | 7,732 |
| Literate Population | 13,93,783 | 12,93,319 | 1,00,464 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,19,719 | 7,63,479 | 56,240 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,74,064 | 5,29,840 | 44,224 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,70,681 | 10,33,048 | 37,633 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,35,553 | 4,19,367 | 16,186 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,35,128 | 6,13,681 | 21,447 |
| Households | 3,82,212 | 3,60,637 | 21,575 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Basti district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Basti district is 24,64,464, including 12,55,272 males and 12,09,192 females. In rural areas, it is 23,26,367, including 11,82,846 males and 11,43,521 females. In urban areas, it is 1,38,097, including 72,426 males and 65,671 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Basti district is 3,90,969, including 2,02,683 boys and 1,88,286 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,74,686, including 1,94,132 boys and 1,80,554 girls. In urban areas, it is 16,283, including 8,551 boys and 7,732 girls.
- Literate population in Basti district is around 13,93,783, including 8,19,719 males and 5,74,064 females. In rural areas, it is 12,93,319, including 7,63,479 males and 5,29,840 females. In urban areas, it is 1,00,464, including 56,240 males and 44,224 females.
- Illiterate population in Basti district is about 10,70,681, including 4,35,553 males and 6,35,128 females. In rural areas, it is 10,33,048, including 4,19,367 males and 6,13,681 females. In urban areas, it is 37,633, including 16,186 males and 21,447 females.
- There are about 3,82,212 households in Basti district, including 3,60,637 in rural areas and 21,575 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Basti. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 5,13,959 | 4,93,904 | 20,055 |
| SC Male Population | 2,62,534 | 2,52,024 | 10,510 |
| SC Female Population | 2,51,425 | 2,41,880 | 9,545 |
| Total ST Population | 3,620 | 3,240 | 380 |
| ST Male Population | 1,876 | 1,668 | 208 |
| ST Female Population | 1,744 | 1,572 | 172 |
| Population Density | 917 / km² | 874 / km² | 5,320 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Basti district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Basti district is approximately 5,13,959, including 2,62,534 males and 2,51,425 females. In rural areas, it is 4,93,904, including 2,52,024 males and 2,41,880 females. In urban areas, it is 20,055, including 10,510 males and 9,545 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Basti district is about 3,620, including 1,876 males and 1,744 females. In rural areas, it is 3,240, including 1,668 males and 1,572 females. In urban areas, it is 380, including 208 males and 172 females.
- Overall population density of Basti district is around 917 people per km². Rural areas have about 874 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,320 people per km².