Basila
Basila is a village located in Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Sakaldiha (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Chandauli. As per 2009 stats, Basila village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Basila unique in its vibrant Sakaldiha-Chandauli region. You’ll see Basila’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 Basila
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basila is 207216. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.63 hectares. Mugalsarai is nearest town to Basila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Basila
Population of Basila
According to the 2011 Census, Basila has a total population of about 3,432, with approximately 1,807 males and 1,625 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 577 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 978 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.46%, with male literacy at about 73.05% and female literacy near 52.80%. There are around 483 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basila's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,432 | 1,807 | 1,625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 300 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 978 | 506 | 472 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,178 | 1,320 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,254 | 487 | 767 |
Connectivity of Basila
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basila. As per the 2011 stats, Basila had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basila
Knowing the nearby villages of Basila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basila.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basila
- Where is Basila located?
- Basila village is situated in Sakaldiha Tehsil, within the Chandauli district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basila?
- Basila serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Basila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basila is 3,432, with 1,807 males and 1,625 females.
- How many households are there in Basila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basila village has a total of 483 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basila as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basila is 63.46%. The male literacy rate is 73.05%, while the female literacy rate is 52.80%.