Basol - Khedbrahma, Sabar Kantha
Basol is a village situated in the Khedbrahma taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khedbrahma and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Khedva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basol is 509816. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.06 hectares and falls under the 383255 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Basol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basol
According to the 2011 Census, Basol village had a total population of 106 people, including 58 males and 48 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.95%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 97.78%.
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 | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Basol
Basol 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 Basol
Basol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khedbrahma to Basol is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Basol is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basol
Where is Basol located?
Basol village is located in Khedbrahma Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basol?
The Gram Panchayat of Basol is Khedva.
What is the pincode of Basol?
The pincode of Basol is 383255.
What is the population of Basol?
Basol had a total population of 106, including 58 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Basol?
Basol had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basol was 98.95%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 97.78%.