Basin - Sargaon, Mungeli
Basin is a village situated in the Sargaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 38 km from Pathariya and around 45 km from Bilaspur. Basin village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basin is 438485. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.22 hectares and falls under the 495224 pincode. Sargaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Basin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basin
According to the 2011 Census, Basin village had a total population of 690 people, including 344 males and 346 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.71%, with male literacy at 81.95% and female literacy at 47.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 690 | 344 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 227 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 117 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Basin
Basin 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 Basin
Basin is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basin.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sargaon to Basin is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Basin is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basin
Where is Basin located?
Basin village is located in Sargaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basin?
Basin is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basin?
The pincode of Basin is 495224.
What is the population of Basin?
Basin had a total population of 690, including 344 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Basin?
Basin had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basin was 64.71%. Male literacy was 81.95% and female literacy was 47.89%.