Basni

Basni is a village located in Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pindra (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Varanasi. As per 2009 stats, Basani is the gram panchayat of Basni village.

Basni has its own place in the vibrant Varanasi 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 Basni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basni is 208486. The village spans a total geographical area of 305.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 221204. Varanasi is nearest town to Basni village for all major economic activities.

Google Map of Basni

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Basni

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 9,421 4,896 4,525
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,278 693 585
Scheduled Castes (SC) 886 486 400
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 38 21 17
Literate Population 6,061 3,599 2,462
Illiterate Population 3,360 1,297 2,063

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

  • The total population of Basni village is around 9,421, including approximately 4,896 males and 4,525 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,278 children aged 0–6 years in Basni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basni village has 886 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Basni village is about 64.33%, with male literacy at 73.51% and female literacy at 54.41%.
  • There are around 1,377 households in Basni village.

Connectivity of Basni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basni. As per the 2011 stats, Basni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Basni

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

Bahutara Jaddupur Chakender Kaithauli Pura Raghunathpur Bhagwanpur Rampur Shishwa Sagunha Karampur Pachrasi

Frequently Asked Questions about Basni

Where is Basni located?
Basni village is situated in Pindra Tehsil, within the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basni?
The Gram Panchayat of Basni is Basani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basni?
The pincode of Basni is 221204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basni is 9,421, with 4,896 males and 4,525 females.
How many households are there in Basni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basni village has a total of 1,377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basni is 64.33%. The male literacy rate is 73.51%, while the female literacy rate is 54.41%.