Basantapur
About Basantapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Basantapur village is 314446. Basantapur village is located in Bhagawangola I subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Bhagawangola are the district & sub-district headquarters of Basantapur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sundarpur is the gram panchayat of Basantapur village.
The total geographical area of village is 52.22 hectares. Basantapur has a total population of 2,904 peoples, out of which male population is 1,467 while female population is 1,437. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 979 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of basantapur village is 45.28% out of which 44.58% males and 46.00% females are literate. There are about 622 houses in basantapur village.
When it comes to administration, Basantapur 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, Basantapur village comes under Lalgola Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jangipur Lok Sabha constituency. Jiaganj is nearest town to basantapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Basantapur
The population details of Basantapur 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 | 2,904 | 1,467 | 1,437 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 512 | 261 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,315 | 654 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,589 | 813 | 776 |
Connectivity of Basantapur
| 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 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Basantapur
Where is Basantapur located?
Basantapur village is situated in Bhagawangola I Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantapur is Sundarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basantapur is 2,904, with 1,467 males and 1,437 females.
How many households are there in Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basantapur village has a total of 622 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basantapur is 45.28%. The male literacy rate is 44.58%, while the female literacy rate is 46.00%.