Basidoni - Savadatti, Belagavi
Basidoni is a village situated in the Savadatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from Parasgad and around 98 km from Belgaum. Gorabal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basidoni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basidoni is 598275. The village covers a total geographical area of 1057.44 hectares and falls under the 591126 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Basidoni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saundatti yellamma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basidoni
As per Census 2011, Basidoni village has a total population of 2,277 people, consisting of 1,170 males and 1,107 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,185 literate and 1,092 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 321 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basidoni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,277 | 1,170 | 1,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 176 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 108 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 161 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 774 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,092 | 396 | 696 |
Nearby Villages of Basidoni
Basidoni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirasangi | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Gorabal | West | 3.02 km |
| Hoolikatti | South | 3.34 km |
| Kallapur | East | 4.55 km |
| Bochabal | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Mallapur | North | 4.69 km |
| Manikatti | South | 5.21 km |
| Maganur | North | 5.82 km |
| Govanakoppa Inam | East | 5.87 km |
| Taredakoppa | North-West | 6.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basidoni
Basidoni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lakhmapur, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| 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 Soundatti to Basidoni is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Basidoni is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basidoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basidoni 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basidoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basidoni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basidoni
Where is Basidoni located?
Basidoni village is located in Savadatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basidoni?
The Gram Panchayat of Basidoni is Gorabal.
What is the pincode of Basidoni?
The pincode of Basidoni is 591126.
What is the population of Basidoni?
Basidoni has a total population of 2,277, including 1,170 males and 1,107 females.
How many households are there in Basidoni?
There are 425 households in Basidoni.
What is the literacy rate in Basidoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basidoni is 52.04%. Male literacy is 66.15% and female literacy is 37.13%.