Basuru

Basuru is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Dyavanahalli is the gram panchayat of Basuru village.

Basuru has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Basuru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basuru is 607455. The village spans a total geographical area of 311.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577419. Sorab is nearest town to Basuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Basuru

Below is a concise population overview of Basuru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 913 467 446
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 87 41 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) 148 72 76
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 790 415 375
Illiterate Population 123 52 71

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basuru village:

  • The total population of Basuru village is around 913, including approximately 467 males and 446 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Basuru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Basuru village has 148 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Basuru village is about 86.53%, with male literacy at 88.87% and female literacy at 84.08%.
  • There are around 228 households in Basuru village.

Connectivity of Basuru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basuru. As per the 2011 stats, Basuru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Basuru

Knowing the nearby villages of Basuru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basuru.

Jogihalli Ginivala Gummanalu Haralikoppa Kerehalli Jaddihalli Hunsekoppa Sampagodu Thekkuru Kulaga Dyavanahalli

Frequently Asked Questions about Basuru

Where is Basuru located?
Basuru village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Basuru is Dyavanahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basuru?
The pincode of Basuru is 577419, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basuru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basuru is 913, with 467 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Basuru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basuru village has a total of 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basuru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basuru is 86.53%. The male literacy rate is 88.87%, while the female literacy rate is 84.08%.