Basuni - Amb, Una
Basuni is a village situated in the Amb tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Behar Jaswan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basuni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basuni is 018321. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.97 hectares and falls under the 177210 pincode. Gagret is the nearest town.
Basuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintpurni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basuni
According to the 2011 Census, Basuni village had a total population of 146 people, including 76 males and 70 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.23%, with male literacy at 94.03% and female literacy at 84.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 76 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Basuni
Basuni 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 Basuni
Public transport in the Basuni is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basuni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Basuni is about 30 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 Basuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basuni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basuni 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basuni
Where is Basuni located?
Basuni village is located in Amb Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Basuni is Behar Jaswan.
What is the pincode of Basuni?
The pincode of Basuni is 177210.
What is the population of Basuni?
Basuni had a total population of 146, including 76 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Basuni?
Basuni had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basuni was 89.23%. Male literacy was 94.03% and female literacy was 84.13%.