Basail

Basail is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 74.8km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Kushmandi is the gram panchayat of Basail village.

Here you can discover what makes Basail unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Basail’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Basail

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basail is 310451. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliagong is nearest town to Basail village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Basail

According to the 2011 Census, Basail has a total population of about 978, with approximately 474 males and 504 females. The sex ratio is around 1063 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.04%, with male literacy at about 70.89% and female literacy near 69.25%. There are around 217 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basail's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 978 474 504
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 120 61 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 19 8 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 685 336 349
Illiterate Population 293 138 155

Connectivity of Basail

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Basail

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Basail

Where is Basail located?
Basail village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basail?
The Gram Panchayat of Basail is Kushmandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basail?
The pincode of Basail is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basail as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basail is 978, with 474 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Basail as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basail village has a total of 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basail as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basail is 70.04%. The male literacy rate is 70.89%, while the female literacy rate is 69.25%.