Basantapur - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Basantapur is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 43.8 km from Pundibari and around 10.8 km from Cooch Behar. Dhangdhinguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantapur is 308264. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.81 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Koch Bihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Basantapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basantapur
As per Census 2011, Basantapur village has a total population of 1,273 people, consisting of 674 males and 599 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 823 literate and 450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 713 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basantapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,273 | 674 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 74 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 713 | 386 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 479 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 195 | 255 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Basantapur. 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 Koch Bihar to Basantapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Basantapur is about 10.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basantapur
Where is Basantapur located?
Basantapur village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantapur is Dhangdhinguri.
What is the pincode of Basantapur?
The pincode of Basantapur is 736165.
What is the population of Basantapur?
Basantapur has a total population of 1,273, including 674 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Basantapur?
There are 287 households in Basantapur.
What is the literacy rate in Basantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantapur is 64.65%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 57.43%.