Basanta

Basanta is a village located in Nalhati I subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.9km away from sub-district headquarter Nalhati . Suri is the district headquarter of Basanta village. As per 2009 stats, Paikpara is the gram panchayat of Basanta village.

Basanta 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 Basanta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basanta is 316203. The village spans a total geographical area of 305.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731243. Nalhati is nearest town to Basanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Basanta

Below is a concise population overview of Basanta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,004 992 1,012
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 314 156 158
Scheduled Castes (SC) 287 150 137
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 23 11 12
Literate Population 1,399 734 665
Illiterate Population 605 258 347

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

  • The total population of Basanta village is around 2,004, including approximately 992 males and 1,012 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 314 children aged 0–6 years in Basanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basanta village has 287 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Basanta village is about 69.81%, with male literacy at 73.99% and female literacy at 65.71%.
  • There are around 428 households in Basanta village.

Connectivity of Basanta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basanta. As per the 2011 stats, Basanta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Basanta

Knowing the nearby villages of Basanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basanta.

Frequently Asked Questions about Basanta

Where is Basanta located?
Basanta village is situated in Nalhati I Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Basanta is Paikpara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basanta?
The pincode of Basanta is 731243, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basanta is 2,004, with 992 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Basanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basanta village has a total of 428 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basanta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basanta is 69.81%. The male literacy rate is 73.99%, while the female literacy rate is 65.71%.