Basoon - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Basoon is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Paplah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basoon is 011293. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.99 hectares and falls under the 176086 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Basoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basoon
According to the 2011 Census, Basoon village had a total population of 78 people, including 33 males and 45 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,364 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.28%, with male literacy at 93.10% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 78 | 33 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 6 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Basoon
Basoon 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 Basoon
Basoon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Basoon is about 56 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 Basoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basoon 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 Basoon
Where is Basoon located?
Basoon village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Basoon is Paplah.
What is the pincode of Basoon?
The pincode of Basoon is 176086.
What is the population of Basoon?
Basoon had a total population of 78, including 33 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Basoon?
Basoon had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basoon was 80.28%. Male literacy was 93.10% and female literacy was 71.43%.