Basahu - Dehar, Mandi
Basahu is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from Mandi. Jaral serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basahu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basahu is 015570. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Basahu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basahu
As per Census 2011, Basahu village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 58 males and 59 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basahu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Basahu
Basahu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Basahu
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Basahu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Basahu is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basahu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basahu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Basahu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basahu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basahu
Where is Basahu located?
Basahu village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basahu?
The Gram Panchayat of Basahu is Jaral.
What is the pincode of Basahu?
The pincode of Basahu is 175038.
What is the population of Basahu?
Basahu has a total population of 117, including 58 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Basahu?
There are 20 households in Basahu.
What is the literacy rate in Basahu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basahu is 65.81%. Male literacy is 65.52% and female literacy is 66.10%.