Basnur Khas

Basnur Khas is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Basnur Khas village. As per 2009 stats, Basnoor is the gram panchayat of Basnur Khas village.

Basnur Khas 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 Basnur Khas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basnur Khas is 009420. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176208. Kangra is nearest town to Basnur Khas village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Basnur Khas 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 Shahpur 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 Basnur Khas

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,057 523 534
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 94 54 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 271 132 139
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 4 4
Literate Population 865 446 419
Illiterate Population 192 77 115

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

  • The total population of Basnur Khas village is around 1,057, including approximately 523 males and 534 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Basnur Khas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basnur Khas village has 271 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Basnur Khas village is about 81.84%, with male literacy at 85.28% and female literacy at 78.46%.
  • There are around 241 households in Basnur Khas village.

Connectivity of Basnur Khas

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Basnur Khas

Where is Basnur Khas located?
Basnur Khas village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basnur Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Basnur Khas is Basnoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basnur Khas?
The pincode of Basnur Khas is 176208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basnur Khas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basnur Khas is 1,057, with 523 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Basnur Khas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basnur Khas village has a total of 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basnur Khas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basnur Khas is 81.84%. The male literacy rate is 85.28%, while the female literacy rate is 78.46%.