Basooni - Balakote, Poonch
Basooni is a village situated in the Balakote tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 40 km from Mendhar and around 40 km from Punch. Balakote serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Basooni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basooni is 001224. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Basooni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basooni
According to the 2011 Census, Basooni village had a total population of 1,290 people, including 952 males and 338 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 355 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.26%, with male literacy at 95.15% and female literacy at 56.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 1,290 | 952 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 66 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 992 | 843 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 109 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Basooni
Basooni 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 Basooni
Public transport in the Basooni is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Punch to Basooni is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basooni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basooni 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 Basooni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basooni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Basooni
Where is Basooni located?
Basooni village is located in Balakote Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Basooni?
The Halqa Panchayat of Basooni is Balakote.
What is the pincode of Basooni?
The pincode of Basooni is 185211.
What is the population of Basooni?
Basooni had a total population of 1,290, including 952 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Basooni?
Basooni had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basooni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basooni was 86.26%. Male literacy was 95.15% and female literacy was 56.44%.