Baski - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Baski is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Araku Valley and around 130 km from Visakhapatnam. Baski village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baski is 584042. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Baski village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baski
As per Census 2011, Baski village has a total population of 1,083 people, consisting of 629 males and 454 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 721 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,031 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baski are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,083 | 629 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 70 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,031 | 596 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 394 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 235 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Baski
Baski 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 Baski
Baski is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Baski is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baski
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baski village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Baski
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baski village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baski
Where is Baski located?
Baski village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baski?
Baski is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baski?
The pincode of Baski is 531149.
What is the population of Baski?
Baski has a total population of 1,083, including 629 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Baski?
There are 208 households in Baski.
What is the literacy rate in Baski?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baski is 43.40%. Male literacy is 62.64% and female literacy is 16.74%.