Basan Chak - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Basan Chak is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Kalagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basan Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basan Chak is 338343. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.72 hectares and falls under the 721150 pincode. Midnapore is the nearest town.
Basan Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Basan Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Basan Chak village had a total population of 1,435 people, including 744 males and 691 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.17%, with male literacy at 88.75% and female literacy at 62.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,417, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,435 | 744 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 113 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,417 | 737 | 680 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 560 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 184 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Basan Chak
Basan Chak 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 Basan Chak
Public transport in the Basan Chak is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Basan Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basan Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basan Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basan Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basan Chak
Where is Basan Chak located?
Basan Chak village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basan Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Basan Chak is Kalagram.
What is the pincode of Basan Chak?
The pincode of Basan Chak is 721150.
What is the population of Basan Chak?
Basan Chak had a total population of 1,435, including 744 males and 691 females.
How many households are there in Basan Chak?
Basan Chak had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basan Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basan Chak was 76.17%. Male literacy was 88.75% and female literacy was 62.12%.