Basta Assembly Constituency (विधानसभा क्षेत्र)
About Basta Assembly Constituency
The Basta Assembly Constituency is a pivotal area in the democratic framework of Odisha. This constituency is represented by an elected member of the State Legislative Assembly and contributes to the governance and development of the state.
In the recent assembly elections, the Biju Janata Dal party showed consistent strength. Nityananda Sahoo stood out as a key candidate in the Basta constituency and is currently serving as its MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly - आमदार).
Constituency Details
Associated Parliament Constituency
An Assembly Constituency, like Basta, serves as the foundation for state-level governance and citizen representation. It ensures that the voices of residents are heard and addressed in legislative processes.
Election Result Details
The last assembly elections in Basta were held in 2019. Nityananda Sahoo won the MLA seat with a margin of 7%. They represented the Biju Janata Dal, showing the party's strong support in this area.
| Assembly Constituency Name | Basta | Assembly Constituency Number | 37 |
| District | Baleshwar | Constituency Type | General |
| Winning Candidate | Nityananda Sahoo | Party | Biju Janata Dal |
| Total Electors | 226,941 | Total Votes | 170,516 |
| Poll Percentage | 75.1% | Margin Votes | 11,864 |
| Margin Percentage | 7% | Election Year | 2019 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Basta is located in the Baleshwar district of Odisha.
Basta is categorized as a General constituency.
The current MLA of Basta is Nityananda Sahoo from the Biju Janata Dal.
- Voter turnout: 75.1%
- Total votes cast: 170,516
- Total electors: 226,941
- Winning margin: 11,864 votes (7%)
Basta falls under the Balasore parliamentary constituency.
Nityananda Sahoo represents the Biju Janata Dal.
Nityananda Sahoo won with a margin of 11,864 votes, which is 7% of the total votes.
The Assembly Constituency Code for Basta is 37.
The last assembly elections in Basta were held in 2019.