Bassi - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Bassi is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bassi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bassi is 019545. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.22 hectares and falls under the 174002 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bassi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Bassi
According to the 2011 Census, Bassi village had a total population of 601 people, including 310 males and 291 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.38%, with male literacy at 96.04% and female literacy at 82.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 297.
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 | 601 | 310 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 96 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 151 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 267 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 43 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Bassi
Bassi 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 Bassi
Public transport in the Bassi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anandpur Sahib to Bassi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Bassi is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bassi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bassi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bassi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bassi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bassi
Where is Bassi located?
Bassi village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bassi?
Bassi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bassi?
The pincode of Bassi is 174002.
What is the population of Bassi?
Bassi had a total population of 601, including 310 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Bassi?
Bassi had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bassi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bassi was 89.38%. Male literacy was 96.04% and female literacy was 82.46%.