Up Mahal Basal - Una
Up Mahal Basal is a village situated in the Una tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Basal Upper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Up Mahal Basal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Up Mahal Basal is 018760. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.4 hectares and falls under the 174303 pincode. Una is the nearest town.
Up Mahal Basal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Up Mahal Basal
According to the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Basal village had a total population of 1,640 people, including 827 males and 813 females, living in 315 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.72%, with male literacy at 93.31% and female literacy at 77.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 1,640 | 827 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 95 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,243 | 683 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 144 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Up Mahal Basal
Up Mahal Basal 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 Up Mahal Basal
Up Mahal Basal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Up Mahal Basal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Up Mahal Basal is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Up Mahal Basal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Up Mahal Basal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Up Mahal Basal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Up Mahal Basal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Up Mahal Basal
Where is Up Mahal Basal located?
Up Mahal Basal village is located in Una Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Basal?
The Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Basal is Basal Upper.
What is the pincode of Up Mahal Basal?
The pincode of Up Mahal Basal is 174303.
What is the population of Up Mahal Basal?
Up Mahal Basal had a total population of 1,640, including 827 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Up Mahal Basal?
Up Mahal Basal had 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Up Mahal Basal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Up Mahal Basal was 85.72%. Male literacy was 93.31% and female literacy was 77.99%.