Basmol - Theog, Shimla
Basmol is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kamah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basmol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basmol is 025075. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.2 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Basmol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basmol
According to the 2011 Census, Basmol village had a total population of 146 people, including 73 males and 73 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.06%, with male literacy at 92.19% and female literacy at 70.59%.
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 | 146 | 73 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 14 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Basmol
Basmol 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 Basmol
Basmol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Basmol is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basmol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basmol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basmol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basmol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basmol
Where is Basmol located?
Basmol village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basmol?
The Gram Panchayat of Basmol is Kamah.
What is the pincode of Basmol?
The pincode of Basmol is 171201.
What is the population of Basmol?
Basmol had a total population of 146, including 73 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Basmol?
Basmol had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basmol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basmol was 81.06%. Male literacy was 92.19% and female literacy was 70.59%.