Bassa

Bassa is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Bassa village. As per 2009 stats, Rit Upperli is the gram panchayat of Bassa village.

Bassa has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bassa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bassa is 008364. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176201. Nurpur is nearest town to Bassa village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bassa 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 Nurpur 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 Bassa

Below is a concise population overview of Bassa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 238 104 134
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 16 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 27 15 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 192 83 109
Illiterate Population 46 21 25

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bassa village:

  • The total population of Bassa village is around 238, including approximately 104 males and 134 females, with a sex ratio of 1288 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Bassa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bassa village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bassa village is about 80.67%, with male literacy at 79.81% and female literacy at 81.34%.
  • There are around 50 households in Bassa village.

Connectivity of Bassa

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bassa

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bassa

Where is Bassa located?
Bassa village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bassa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bassa is Rit Upperli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bassa?
The pincode of Bassa is 176201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bassa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bassa is 238, with 104 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Bassa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bassa village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bassa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bassa is 80.67%. The male literacy rate is 79.81%, while the female literacy rate is 81.34%.