Basra
About Basra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Basra village is 025910. Basra village is located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 146km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Basra village. As per 2009 stats, Tikkari Bp is the gram panchayat of Basra village.
The total geographical area of village is 64.52 hectares. Basra has a total population of 185 peoples, out of which male population is 99 while female population is 86. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 868 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of basra village is 67.03% out of which 74.75% males and 58.14% females are literate. There are about 29 houses in basra village. Pincode of basra village locality is 171210.
When it comes to administration, Basra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Basra village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to basra village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Basra
The population details of Basra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 99 | 86 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 124 | 74 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 25 | 36 |
Connectivity of Basra
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Basra
Where is Basra located?
Basra village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basra?
The Gram Panchayat of Basra is Tikkari Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basra?
The pincode of Basra is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basra is 185, with 99 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Basra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basra village has a total of 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basra is 67.03%. The male literacy rate is 74.75%, while the female literacy rate is 58.14%.