Basti - Basukedar, Rudraprayag
Basti is a village situated in the Basukedar tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Ukhimath and around 40 km from Rudraprayag. Bashti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basti is 042214. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.8 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basti
As per Census 2011, Basti village has a total population of 1,074 people, consisting of 526 males and 548 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,074 | 526 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 71 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 168 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 432 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 94 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Basti
Basti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Basti
Basti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Basti is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basti
Where is Basti located?
Basti village is located in Basukedar Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Basti is Bashti.
What is the pincode of Basti?
The pincode of Basti is 246425.
What is the population of Basti?
Basti has a total population of 1,074, including 526 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Basti?
There are 218 households in Basti.
What is the literacy rate in Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basti is 67.50%. Male literacy is 82.13% and female literacy is 53.47%.