Baskehr

Baskehr is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Baskehr village. As per 2009 stats, Baskehar is the gram panchayat of Baskehr village.

Baskehr 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 Baskehr

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baskehr is 011674. The village spans a total geographical area of 44.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176092. Palampur is nearest town to Baskehr village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Baskehr

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 536 259 277
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 22 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 113 49 64
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 21 12 9
Literate Population 445 226 219
Illiterate Population 91 33 58

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

  • The total population of Baskehr village is around 536, including approximately 259 males and 277 females, with a sex ratio of 1069 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Baskehr village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Baskehr village has 113 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 21 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Baskehr village is about 83.02%, with male literacy at 87.26% and female literacy at 79.06%.
  • There are around 120 households in Baskehr village.

Connectivity of Baskehr

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baskehr. As per the 2011 stats, Baskehr 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 Baskehr

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Baskehr

Where is Baskehr located?
Baskehr village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baskehr?
The Gram Panchayat of Baskehr is Baskehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baskehr?
The pincode of Baskehr is 176092, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baskehr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baskehr is 536, with 259 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Baskehr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baskehr village has a total of 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baskehr as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baskehr is 83.02%. The male literacy rate is 87.26%, while the female literacy rate is 79.06%.