Basta

Basta is a village located in Goalpokhar I subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 42.5km away from sub-district headquarter Goalpokhar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Basta village. As per 2009 stats, Dharampur Ii is the gram panchayat of Basta village.

Basta has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Basta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basta is 309057. The village spans a total geographical area of 195.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733210. Kishangong is nearest town to Basta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Basta

Below is a concise population overview of Basta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,839 960 879
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 298 147 151
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 12 7 5
Literate Population 512 314 198
Illiterate Population 1,327 646 681

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basta village:

  • The total population of Basta village is around 1,839, including approximately 960 males and 879 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 298 children aged 0–6 years in Basta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basta village has 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Basta village is about 27.84%, with male literacy at 32.71% and female literacy at 22.53%.
  • There are around 363 households in Basta village.

Connectivity of Basta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basta. As per the 2011 stats, Basta 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Basta

Knowing the nearby villages of Basta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basta.

Balichuka Paschim Majlishpur Malduar Churakuti Khrhila Bualmari Balichuka Purbba Panjipara Teliapokhar Deona Sarnabari

Frequently Asked Questions about Basta

Where is Basta located?
Basta village is situated in Goalpokhar I Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basta?
The Gram Panchayat of Basta is Dharampur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basta?
The pincode of Basta is 733210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basta is 1,839, with 960 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basta village has a total of 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basta is 27.84%. The male literacy rate is 32.71%, while the female literacy rate is 22.53%.