Bassa - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Bassa is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotkhas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bassa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bassa is 019524. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.05 hectares and falls under the 174002 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bassa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bassa
As per Census 2011, Bassa village has a total population of 209 people, consisting of 115 males and 94 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bassa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 115 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 89 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Bassa
Bassa 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 Bassa
Public transport in the Bassa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandpur Sahib to Bassa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Bassa is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bassa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bassa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bassa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bassa 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 Bassa
Where is Bassa located?
Bassa village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bassa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bassa is Kotkhas.
What is the pincode of Bassa?
The pincode of Bassa is 174002.
What is the population of Bassa?
Bassa has a total population of 209, including 115 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Bassa?
There are 39 households in Bassa.
What is the literacy rate in Bassa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bassa is 70.33%. Male literacy is 77.39% and female literacy is 61.70%.