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.
Here you can discover what makes Bashisht unique in its vibrant Manali-Kullu region. You’ll see Bashisht’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Bashisht
Population of Bashisht
According to the 2011 Census, Bashisht has a total population of about 1,626, with approximately 920 males and 706 females. The sex ratio is around 767 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 211 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 119. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.08%, with male literacy at about 77.93% and female literacy near 55.24%. There are around 420 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bashisht's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.