Bashisht
Bashisht is a village located in Manali tehsil of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 43km away from district headquarter Manali. Manali is the sub-district headquarter of Bashisht village. As per 2009 stats, Vashisht is the gram panchayat of Bashisht village.
Bashisht has its own place in the vibrant Kullu 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 Bashisht
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bashisht is 012669. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175103. Manali is nearest town to Bashisht village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Bashisht
Below is a concise population overview of Bashisht as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,626 | 920 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 73 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 122 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 717 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 203 | 316 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bashisht village:
- The total population of Bashisht village is around 1,626, including approximately 920 males and 706 females, with a sex ratio of 767 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 160 children aged 0–6 years in Bashisht village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bashisht village has 211 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 119 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bashisht village is about 68.08%, with male literacy at 77.93% and female literacy at 55.24%.
- There are around 420 households in Bashisht village.
Connectivity of Bashisht
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bashisht. As per the 2011 stats, Bashisht 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bashisht
Knowing the nearby villages of Bashisht helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bashisht.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bashisht
- Where is Bashisht located?
- Bashisht village is situated in Manali Tehsil, within the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bashisht?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bashisht is Vashisht (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bashisht?
- The pincode of Bashisht is 175103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bashisht as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bashisht is 1,626, with 920 males and 706 females.
- How many households are there in Bashisht as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bashisht village has a total of 420 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bashisht as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bashisht is 68.08%. The male literacy rate is 77.93%, while the female literacy rate is 55.24%.