Basa

Basa is a village located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dalhousie (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Chamba. As per 2009 stats, Sudli is the gram panchayat of Basa village.

Here you can discover what makes Basa unique in its vibrant Dalhousie-Chamba region. You’ll see Basa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Basa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basa is 007368. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176302. Dalhousie(cb) is nearest town to Basa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Basa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Basa

According to the 2011 Census, Basa has a total population of about 123, with approximately 51 males and 72 females. The sex ratio is around 1411 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.85%, with male literacy at about 74.51% and female literacy near 59.72%. There are around 21 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 123 51 72
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 8 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 81 38 43
Illiterate Population 42 13 29

Connectivity of Basa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basa. As per the 2011 stats, Basa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Basa

Knowing the nearby villages of Basa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Basa

Where is Basa located?
Basa village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basa?
The Gram Panchayat of Basa is Sudli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basa?
The pincode of Basa is 176302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basa is 123, with 51 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Basa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basa village has a total of 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basa is 65.85%. The male literacy rate is 74.51%, while the female literacy rate is 59.72%.