Basta
Basta is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.1km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 19.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Harit is the gram panchayat of Basta village.
Here you can discover what makes Basta unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Basta’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 Basta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basta is 325284. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.64 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Basta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Basta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Basta
Population of Basta
According to the 2011 Census, Basta has a total population of about 302, with approximately 155 males and 147 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 38 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.78%, with male literacy at about 85.81% and female literacy near 79.59%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 155 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 22 | 30 |
Connectivity of Basta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basta. As per the 2011 stats, Basta 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basta
Knowing the nearby villages of Basta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basta
- Where is Basta located?
- Basta village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basta is Harit (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Basta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basta is 302, with 155 males and 147 females.
- How many households are there in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basta village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basta is 82.78%. The male literacy rate is 85.81%, while the female literacy rate is 79.59%.