Basantapur
Basantapur is a village located in Murarai Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.9km away from sub-district headquarter Paikar (tehsildar office) and 88.1km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Jajigram is the gram panchayat of Basantapur village.
Basantapur has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Basantapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basantapur is 316098. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731219. Rampurhat is nearest town to Basantapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Basantapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Basantapur
Below is a concise population overview of Basantapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,150 | 602 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 584 | 331 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 271 | 295 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basantapur village:
- The total population of Basantapur village is around 1,150, including approximately 602 males and 548 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Basantapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Basantapur village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Basantapur village is about 50.78%, with male literacy at 54.98% and female literacy at 46.17%.
- There are around 277 households in Basantapur village.
Connectivity of Basantapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basantapur. As per the 2011 stats, Basantapur 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 Basantapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Basantapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basantapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basantapur
- Where is Basantapur located?
- Basantapur village is situated in Murarai Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basantapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basantapur is Jajigram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basantapur?
- The pincode of Basantapur is 731219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basantapur is 1,150, with 602 males and 548 females.
- How many households are there in Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basantapur village has a total of 277 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basantapur is 50.78%. The male literacy rate is 54.98%, while the female literacy rate is 46.17%.