Basta

Basta is a village located in Tirwa tehsil of Kannauj district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Tirwa (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kannauj. As per 2009 stats, Basta village is also a gram panchayat.

Basta has its own place in the vibrant Kannauj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Basta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basta is 147237. The village spans a total geographical area of 722.32 hectares. Kannauj is nearest town to Basta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Basta

Below is a concise population overview of Basta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,870 3,115 2,755
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 886 454 432
Scheduled Castes (SC) 331 195 136
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,520 2,145 1,375
Illiterate Population 2,350 970 1,380

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basta village:

  • The total population of Basta village is around 5,870, including approximately 3,115 males and 2,755 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 886 children aged 0–6 years in Basta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basta village has 331 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Basta village is about 59.97%, with male literacy at 68.86% and female literacy at 49.91%.
  • There are around 1,066 households in Basta village.

Connectivity of Basta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basta. As per the 2011 stats, Basta 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Basta

Knowing the nearby villages of Basta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basta.

Aher Singhapur Kachhi Sikrauti Bhatwara Bahsora Alampur Chandiapur Kareem Nagar Phulwari Ratnapursaraia Khargapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Basta

Where is Basta located?
Basta village is situated in Tirwa Tehsil, within the Kannauj district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basta?
Basta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Basta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basta is 5,870, with 3,115 males and 2,755 females.
How many households are there in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basta village has a total of 1,066 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basta is 59.97%. The male literacy rate is 68.86%, while the female literacy rate is 49.91%.