Basawn
Basawn is a village located in Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Pindra (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Varanasi. As per 2009 stats, Basaw is the gram panchayat of Basawn village.
Here you can discover what makes Basawn unique in its vibrant Pindra-Varanasi region. You’ll see Basawn’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 Basawn
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basawn is 208681. The village spans a total geographical area of 230.75 hectares. Varanasi is nearest town to Basawn village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Basawn
Population of Basawn
According to the 2011 Census, Basawn has a total population of about 2,900, with approximately 1,546 males and 1,354 females. The sex ratio is around 875 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 592 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 70.07%, with male literacy at about 76.97% and female literacy near 62.19%. There are around 389 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basawn's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,900 | 1,546 | 1,354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 228 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 327 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,032 | 1,190 | 842 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 356 | 512 |
Connectivity of Basawn
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basawn. As per the 2011 stats, Basawn 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basawn
Knowing the nearby villages of Basawn helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basawn.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basawn
- Where is Basawn located?
- Basawn village is situated in Pindra Tehsil, within the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basawn?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basawn is Basaw (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Basawn as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basawn is 2,900, with 1,546 males and 1,354 females.
- How many households are there in Basawn as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basawn village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basawn as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basawn is 70.07%. The male literacy rate is 76.97%, while the female literacy rate is 62.19%.