Basudebpur - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Basudebpur is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from Falta and around 34.5 km from Alipore. Debipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basudebpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basudebpur is 334270. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.93 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Basudebpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Basudebpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basudebpur village had a total population of 2,234 people, including 1,173 males and 1,061 females, living in 565 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.69%, with male literacy at 88.49% and female literacy at 80.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192, 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 | 2,234 | 1,173 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 87 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,754 | 961 | 793 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 212 | 268 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Basudebpur is about 34.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basudebpur
Where is Basudebpur located?
Basudebpur village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basudebpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basudebpur is Debipur.
What is the pincode of Basudebpur?
The pincode of Basudebpur is 743504.
What is the population of Basudebpur?
Basudebpur had a total population of 2,234, including 1,173 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Basudebpur?
Basudebpur had 565 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basudebpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basudebpur was 84.69%. Male literacy was 88.49% and female literacy was 80.51%.