Basen - Udaypur, Surguja
Basen is a village situated in the Udaypur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udaipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Basen village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basen is 433202. The village covers a total geographical area of 1519.35 hectares and falls under the 497117 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 65 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 Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basen
According to the 2011 Census, Basen village had a total population of 570 people, including 304 males and 266 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.00%, with male literacy at 59.02% and female literacy at 34.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 516.
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 | 570 | 304 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 516 | 272 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 144 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 160 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Basen
Basen 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 Basen
Basen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Basen is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 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 | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Basen
Where is Basen located?
Basen village is located in Udaypur 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 497117.
What is the population of Basen?
Basen had a total population of 570, including 304 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Basen?
Basen had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basen was 48.00%. Male literacy was 59.02% and female literacy was 34.95%.