Basta

Basta is a village located in Jakholi tehsil of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Jakholi (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Rudraprayag. As per 2009 stats, Bashata is the gram panchayat of Basta village.

Basta has its own place in the vibrant Rudraprayag 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 042722. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246421. Rudraprayag is nearest town to Basta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km 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 652 293 359
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 85 53 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 70 36 34
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 453 227 226
Illiterate Population 199 66 133

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

  • The total population of Basta village is around 652, including approximately 293 males and 359 females, with a sex ratio of 1225 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 85 children aged 0–6 years in Basta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basta village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Basta village is about 69.48%, with male literacy at 77.47% and female literacy at 62.95%.
  • There are around 161 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 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.

Jakholi Dangwal Gaon Ghanat Gaon Koti Dovalya Dobh Kuri Aduli Lukhundri Jakhanyal Gaon Gair Sera Patiyon

Frequently Asked Questions about Basta

Where is Basta located?
Basta village is situated in Jakholi Tehsil, within the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basta?
The Gram Panchayat of Basta is Bashata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basta?
The pincode of Basta is 246421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basta is 652, with 293 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basta village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basta is 69.48%. The male literacy rate is 77.47%, while the female literacy rate is 62.95%.