Basantapur - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Basantapur is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 88.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Jajigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantapur is 316098. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.91 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Basantapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantapur village had a total population of 1,150 people, including 602 males and 548 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.52%, with male literacy at 63.78% and female literacy at 52.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,150 | 602 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 331 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 271 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Basantapur
Basantapur 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 Basantapur
Basantapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Basantapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Basantapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Basantapur is about 88.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basantapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basantapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basantapur
Where is Basantapur located?
Basantapur village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantapur is Jajigram.
What is the pincode of Basantapur?
The pincode of Basantapur is 731221.
What is the population of Basantapur?
Basantapur had a total population of 1,150, including 602 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Basantapur?
Basantapur had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantapur was 58.52%. Male literacy was 63.78% and female literacy was 52.82%.