Basudebpur - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Basudebpur is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Petbindhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basudebpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basudebpur is 340588. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.83 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Basudebpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basudebpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basudebpur village had a total population of 544 people, including 262 males and 282 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.45%, with male literacy at 70.54% and female literacy at 55.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
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 | 544 | 262 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 97 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 158 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 104 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Basudebpur
Basudebpur 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 Basudebpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Basudebpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Basudebpur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basudebpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basudebpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basudebpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basudebpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basudebpur
Where is Basudebpur located?
Basudebpur village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basudebpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basudebpur is Petbindhi.
What is the pincode of Basudebpur?
The pincode of Basudebpur is 721517.
What is the population of Basudebpur?
Basudebpur had a total population of 544, including 262 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Basudebpur?
Basudebpur had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basudebpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basudebpur was 62.45%. Male literacy was 70.54% and female literacy was 55.20%.