Basti
Basti is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Bashti is the gram panchayat of Basti village.
Here you can discover what makes Basti unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Basti’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 Basti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basti is 050679. The village spans a total geographical area of 189.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263631. Bageshwar is nearest town to Basti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
Google Map of Basti
Population of Basti
According to the 2011 Census, Basti has a total population of about 378, with approximately 140 males and 238 females. The sex ratio is around 1700 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.23%, with male literacy at about 70.71% and female literacy near 44.54%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 140 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 205 | 99 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 41 | 132 |
Connectivity of Basti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basti. As per the 2011 stats, Basti 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basti
Knowing the nearby villages of Basti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basti
- Where is Basti located?
- Basti village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basti is Bashti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basti?
- The pincode of Basti is 263631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basti is 378, with 140 males and 238 females.
- How many households are there in Basti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basti village has a total of 87 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basti is 54.23%. The male literacy rate is 70.71%, while the female literacy rate is 44.54%.