Basera Kalan - Balrampur, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Basera Kalan is a village situated in the Balrampur tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Balrampur and around 85 km from Ambikapur. Baserakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basera Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basera Kalan is 431950. The village covers a total geographical area of 678.12 hectares and falls under the 497119 pincode. Balrampur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Basera Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basera Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Basera Kalan village had a total population of 930 people, including 452 males and 478 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.06%, with male literacy at 52.15% and female literacy at 28.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 820.
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 | 930 | 452 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 103 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 820 | 404 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 182 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 270 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Basera Kalan
Basera Kalan 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 Basera Kalan
Basera Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Basera Kalan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balrampur to Basera Kalan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Basera Kalan is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basera Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basera Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basera Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basera Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basera Kalan
Where is Basera Kalan located?
Basera Kalan village is located in Balrampur Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basera Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Basera Kalan is Baserakala.
What is the pincode of Basera Kalan?
The pincode of Basera Kalan is 497119.
What is the population of Basera Kalan?
Basera Kalan had a total population of 930, including 452 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Basera Kalan?
Basera Kalan had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basera Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basera Kalan was 40.06%. Male literacy was 52.15% and female literacy was 28.80%.