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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Basantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantapur village had a total population of 1,273 people, including 674 males and 599 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.75%, with male literacy at 79.83% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 713.
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 | 1,273 | 674 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 74 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 713 | 386 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,273, including 674 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Basantapur?
Basantapur had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantapur was 73.75%. Male literacy was 79.83% and female literacy was 66.67%.