Basant Garh - Basantgarh, Udhampur
Basant Garh is a village situated in the Basantgarh tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 70 km from Ramnagar and around 110 km from Udhampur. Basantgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basant Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basant Garh is 005052. The village covers a total geographical area of 2539.4 hectares and falls under the 182128 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Basant Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basant Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Basant Garh village had a total population of 2,590 people, including 1,348 males and 1,242 females, living in 440 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.45%, with male literacy at 78.66% and female literacy at 52.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 601, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 2,590 | 1,348 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 200 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 320 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,454 | 903 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,136 | 445 | 691 |
Nearby Villages of Basant Garh
Basant Garh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mang | South | 5.33 km |
| Kindli | South-East | 7.96 km |
| Rasli Thakrai | West | 8.08 km |
| Sadrota | South | 9.02 km |
| Rai Chak | East | 9.70 km |
| Pachound | North-West | 9.91 km |
| Dudu | North-West | 10.19 km |
| Machhedi | South | 12.22 km |
| Thall | South-East | 12.62 km |
| Dhaggar | East | 13.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basant Garh
Public transport in the Basant Garh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ram Nagar J K, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 km.
| 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 Ramnagar to Basant Garh is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Basant Garh is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basant Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basant Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basant Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basant Garh 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Basant Garh
Where is Basant Garh located?
Basant Garh village is located in Basantgarh Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basant Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Basant Garh is Basantgarh.
What is the pincode of Basant Garh?
The pincode of Basant Garh is 182128.
What is the population of Basant Garh?
Basant Garh had a total population of 2,590, including 1,348 males and 1,242 females.
How many households are there in Basant Garh?
Basant Garh had 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basant Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basant Garh was 66.45%. Male literacy was 78.66% and female literacy was 52.98%.