Basantpur - Sunni, Shimla
Basantpur is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Shimla. Basantpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantpur is 024111. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 171018 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Basantpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantpur village had a total population of 644 people, including 339 males and 305 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.22%, with male literacy at 92.13% and female literacy at 90.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 644 | 339 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 101 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 281 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 58 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Basantpur
Basantpur 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 Basantpur
Basantpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Basantpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basantpur
Where is Basantpur located?
Basantpur village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantpur?
Basantpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basantpur?
The pincode of Basantpur is 171018.
What is the population of Basantpur?
Basantpur had a total population of 644, including 339 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur?
Basantpur had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantpur was 91.22%. Male literacy was 92.13% and female literacy was 90.22%.