Basin Village - Malkharoda, Sakti
Basin is a village situated in the Malkharoda tehsil of Sakti district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Malkharoda and around 81 km from Janjgir. Basin village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basin is 437319. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.57 hectares and falls under the 495691 pincode. Sakti is the nearest town, located about 37 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 Jaijaipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basin
As per Census 2011, Basin village has a total population of 1,278 people, consisting of 663 males and 615 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 911 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basin are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,278 | 663 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 90 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 911 | 474 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 451 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 212 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Basin
Basin 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barpali | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Doma | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Deogaon | South | 1.99 km |
| Chhapora | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Kanwalajhar | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Barbhatha | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Sukhapali | East | 2.39 km |
| Tendumudi | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Jhanakpur | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Achritpali | West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basin
Basin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jharradih, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.5 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 Sakti to Basin is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Basin is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Basin
Where is Basin located?
Basin village is located in Malkharoda Tehsil, Sakti 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 495691.
What is the population of Basin?
Basin has a total population of 1,278, including 663 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Basin?
There are 241 households in Basin.
What is the literacy rate in Basin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basin is 56.34%. Male literacy is 68.02% and female literacy is 43.74%.