Basen - Bagicha, Jashpur
Basen is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Basen village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basen is 433707. The village covers a total geographical area of 852.84 hectares and falls under the 496224 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Basen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basen
As per Census 2011, Basen village has a total population of 1,471 people, consisting of 715 males and 756 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,030 literate and 441 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,471 | 715 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 100 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,291 | 619 | 672 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 544 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 171 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Basen
Basen is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pirai | North | 2.51 km |
| Kurrog | South | 2.51 km |
| Gudalu | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Budhadand | North-West | 4.47 km |
| Rengola | South | 4.74 km |
| Mahuwadih | South | 4.94 km |
| Jurudand | North | 5.02 km |
| Pandripani | North | 5.11 km |
| Jabla | East | 5.24 km |
| Bodapahri | South-West | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basen
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Basen. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagicha to Basen is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Basen is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basen 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 Basen
Where is Basen located?
Basen village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basen?
Basen is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basen?
The pincode of Basen is 496224.
What is the population of Basen?
Basen has a total population of 1,471, including 715 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Basen?
There are 309 households in Basen.
What is the literacy rate in Basen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basen is 70.02%. Male literacy is 76.08% and female literacy is 64.29%.