Basen
Basen is a village located in Rajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Jigdi is the gram panchayat of Basen village.
Here you can discover what makes Basen unique in its vibrant Rajpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Basen’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Basen
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basen is 433257. The village spans a total geographical area of 815.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497118. Rajpur is nearest town to Basen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Basen
Population of Basen
According to the 2011 Census, Basen has a total population of about 1,315, with approximately 686 males and 629 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 216 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 789. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.95%, with male literacy at about 63.41% and female literacy near 51.99%. There are around 284 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basen's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,315 | 686 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 122 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 789 | 414 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 762 | 435 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 251 | 302 |
Connectivity of Basen
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basen. As per the 2011 stats, Basen had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basen
Knowing the nearby villages of Basen helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basen.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basen
- Where is Basen located?
- Basen village is situated in Rajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basen?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basen is Jigdi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basen?
- The pincode of Basen is 497118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basen as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basen is 1,315, with 686 males and 629 females.
- How many households are there in Basen as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basen village has a total of 284 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basen as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basen is 57.95%. The male literacy rate is 63.41%, while the female literacy rate is 51.99%.