Basudebpur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Basudebpur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Sarisha and around 44.3 km from Alipore. Kalatalahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basudebpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basudebpur is 334407. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.68 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Basudebpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basudebpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basudebpur village had a total population of 493 people, including 242 males and 251 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.44%, with male literacy at 81.70% and female literacy at 69.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 381.
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 | 493 | 242 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 187 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 183 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 59 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Basudebpur
Basudebpur 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 Basudebpur
Basudebpur 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Basudebpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Basudebpur is about 44.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basudebpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basudebpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basudebpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basudebpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basudebpur
Where is Basudebpur located?
Basudebpur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basudebpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basudebpur is Kalatalahat.
What is the pincode of Basudebpur?
The pincode of Basudebpur is 743504.
What is the population of Basudebpur?
Basudebpur had a total population of 493, including 242 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Basudebpur?
Basudebpur had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basudebpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basudebpur was 75.44%. Male literacy was 81.70% and female literacy was 69.30%.