Basan Chak
Basan Chak is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.7km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Basan Chak village. As per 2009 stats, Kalagram is the gram panchayat of Basan Chak village.
Here you can discover what makes Basan Chak unique in its vibrant Keshpur-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Basan Chak’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 Basan Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basan Chak is 338343. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Midnapore is nearest town to Basan Chak village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Basan Chak
Population of Basan Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Basan Chak has a total population of about 1,435, with approximately 744 males and 691 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 239 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,417 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.48%, with male literacy at about 75.27% and female literacy near 50.80%. There are around 269 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basan Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,435 | 744 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 113 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,417 | 737 | 680 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 560 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 184 | 340 |
Connectivity of Basan Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basan Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Basan Chak 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basan Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Basan Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basan Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basan Chak
- Where is Basan Chak located?
- Basan Chak village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basan Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basan Chak is Kalagram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basan Chak?
- The pincode of Basan Chak is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basan Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basan Chak is 1,435, with 744 males and 691 females.
- How many households are there in Basan Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basan Chak village has a total of 269 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basan Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basan Chak is 63.48%. The male literacy rate is 75.27%, while the female literacy rate is 50.80%.