Basowal Sultani - Panjehra, Solan
Basowal Sultani is a village situated in the Panjehra tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 94 km from Solan. Kashmirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basowal Sultani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basowal Sultani is 020799. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.46 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Basowal Sultani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basowal Sultani
According to the 2011 Census, Basowal Sultani village had a total population of 408 people, including 212 males and 196 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.47%, with male literacy at 91.05% and female literacy at 73.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
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 | 408 | 212 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 173 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 39 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Basowal Sultani
Basowal Sultani 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 Basowal Sultani
Basowal Sultani 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 Solan to Basowal Sultani is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basowal Sultani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basowal Sultani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Basowal Sultani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basowal Sultani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basowal Sultani
Where is Basowal Sultani located?
Basowal Sultani village is located in Panjehra Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basowal Sultani?
The Gram Panchayat of Basowal Sultani is Kashmirpur.
What is the pincode of Basowal Sultani?
The pincode of Basowal Sultani is 174101.
What is the population of Basowal Sultani?
Basowal Sultani had a total population of 408, including 212 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Basowal Sultani?
Basowal Sultani had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basowal Sultani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basowal Sultani was 82.47%. Male literacy was 91.05% and female literacy was 73.14%.