Basuli Chak - Nandigram - I, Purba Medinipur
Basuli Chak is a village situated in the Nandigram - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Bhakutia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basuli Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basuli Chak is 345768. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.72 hectares and falls under the 721631 pincode. Haldia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Basuli Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basuli Chak
As per Census 2011, Basuli Chak village has a total population of 861 people, consisting of 444 males and 417 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 683 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basuli Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 861 | 444 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 39 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 368 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 76 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Basuli Chak
Basuli 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 Basuli Chak
Basuli Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldia to Basuli Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basuli Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basuli Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basuli 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 Basuli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Basuli Chak
Where is Basuli Chak located?
Basuli Chak village is located in Nandigram - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basuli Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Basuli Chak is Bhakutia.
What is the pincode of Basuli Chak?
The pincode of Basuli Chak is 721631.
What is the population of Basuli Chak?
Basuli Chak has a total population of 861, including 444 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Basuli Chak?
There are 183 households in Basuli Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Basuli Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basuli Chak is 79.33%. Male literacy is 82.88% and female literacy is 75.54%.