Basuldanga
Basuldanga is a village located in Diamond Harbour I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.9km away from sub-district headquarter Diamond Harbour (tehsildar office) and 42.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Basuldanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Basuldanga unique in its vibrant Diamond Harbour I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Basuldanga’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 Basuldanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basuldanga is 334363. The village spans a total geographical area of 60.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Basuldanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Basuldanga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Basuldanga
Population of Basuldanga
According to the 2011 Census, Basuldanga has a total population of about 1,749, with approximately 872 males and 877 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 259 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 653 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.03%, with male literacy at about 61.93% and female literacy near 54.16%. There are around 379 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basuldanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,749 | 872 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 128 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 319 | 334 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 540 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 332 | 402 |
Connectivity of Basuldanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basuldanga. As per the 2011 stats, Basuldanga 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Basuldanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Basuldanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basuldanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basuldanga
- Where is Basuldanga located?
- Basuldanga village is situated in Diamond Harbour I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basuldanga?
- Basuldanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Basuldanga?
- The pincode of Basuldanga is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basuldanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basuldanga is 1,749, with 872 males and 877 females.
- How many households are there in Basuldanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basuldanga village has a total of 379 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basuldanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basuldanga is 58.03%. The male literacy rate is 61.93%, while the female literacy rate is 54.16%.