Bhastara
About Bhastara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhastara village is 324683. Bhastara village is located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 34.7km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Bhastara village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 406.32 hectares. Bhastara has a total population of 5,084 peoples, out of which male population is 2,592 while female population is 2,492. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhastara village is 69.10% out of which 73.77% males and 64.25% females are literate. There are about 1,217 houses in bhastara village. Pincode of bhastara village locality is 712303.
When it comes to administration, Bhastara village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bhastara village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Tarakeswar is nearest town to bhastara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Bhastara
The population details of Bhastara cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,084 | 2,592 | 2,492 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 494 | 280 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,212 | 612 | 600 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,165 | 580 | 585 |
| Literate Population | 3,513 | 1,912 | 1,601 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,571 | 680 | 891 |
Connectivity of Bhastara
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhastara
Where is Bhastara located?
Bhastara village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhastara?
Bhastara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bhastara?
The pincode of Bhastara is 712303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhastara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhastara is 5,084, with 2,592 males and 2,492 females.
How many households are there in Bhastara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhastara village has a total of 1,217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhastara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhastara is 69.10%. The male literacy rate is 73.77%, while the female literacy rate is 64.25%.