Basen - Batouli, Surguja
Basen is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Basen village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basen is 433520. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.46 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur 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 Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basen
As per Census 2011, Basen village has a total population of 667 people, consisting of 338 males and 329 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 560 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 338 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 560 | 280 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 213 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 125 | 167 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sedam | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Pathrai | East | 1.76 km |
| Selma | North | 1.85 km |
| Saraswatipur | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Suarpara | South | 2.37 km |
| Taragi | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Paprenga | North | 3.74 km |
| Bhatko | West | 3.94 km |
| Kunkuri Kalan | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Naya Bandh | South-East | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basen
Basen is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.2 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 Sitapur to Basen is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Basen is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basen
Where is Basen located?
Basen village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja 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 497101.
What is the population of Basen?
Basen has a total population of 667, including 338 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Basen?
There are 154 households in Basen.
What is the literacy rate in Basen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basen is 56.22%. Male literacy is 63.02% and female literacy is 49.24%.