Basa - Bhalai, Chamba
Basa is a village situated in the Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Kanged serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basa is 007306. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 176308 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Basa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basa
According to the 2011 Census, Basa village had a total population of 188 people, including 102 males and 86 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.28%, with male literacy at 82.56% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 188 | 102 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 71 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 31 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Basa
Basa 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 Basa
Public transport in the Basa is mainly available through bus 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 Dalhousie to Basa is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Basa is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basa
Where is Basa located?
Basa village is located in Bhalai Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basa?
The Gram Panchayat of Basa is Kanged.
What is the pincode of Basa?
The pincode of Basa is 176308.
What is the population of Basa?
Basa had a total population of 188, including 102 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Basa?
Basa had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basa was 67.28%. Male literacy was 82.56% and female literacy was 50.00%.