Basantapur
Basantapur is a village located in Cooch Behar Ii subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 43.8km away from sub-district headquarter Pundibari (tehsildar office) and 10.8km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Dhangdhinguri is the gram panchayat of Basantapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Basantapur unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar Ii-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Basantapur’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 Basantapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basantapur is 308264. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736165. Koch Bihar is nearest town to Basantapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Basantapur
Population of Basantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantapur has a total population of about 1,273, with approximately 674 males and 599 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 157 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 713 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 64.65%, with male literacy at about 71.07% and female literacy near 57.43%. There are around 287 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basantapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 823 | 479 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 195 | 255 |
Connectivity of Basantapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basantapur. As per the 2011 stats, Basantapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basantapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Basantapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basantapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basantapur
- Where is Basantapur located?
- Basantapur village is situated in Cooch Behar Ii Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basantapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basantapur is Dhangdhinguri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basantapur?
- The pincode of Basantapur is 736165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basantapur is 1,273, with 674 males and 599 females.
- How many households are there in Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basantapur village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basantapur is 64.65%. The male literacy rate is 71.07%, while the female literacy rate is 57.43%.