Basya - Nalkheda, Agar-Malwa
Basya is a village situated in the Nalkheda tehsil of Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Nalkheda and around 60 km from Shajapur. Davatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basya is 472340. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.52 hectares and falls under the 465445 pincode. Nalkheda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Basya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basya
According to the 2011 Census, Basya village had a total population of 655 people, including 337 males and 318 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.11%, with male literacy at 80.94% and female literacy at 50.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260.
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 | 655 | 337 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 134 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 225 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 112 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Basya
Basya 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 Basya
Public transport in the Basya is mainly available through bus 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 Nalkheda to Basya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Basya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Basya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basya
Where is Basya located?
Basya village is located in Nalkheda Tehsil, Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basya?
The Gram Panchayat of Basya is Davatpur.
What is the pincode of Basya?
The pincode of Basya is 465445.
What is the population of Basya?
Basya had a total population of 655, including 337 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Basya?
Basya had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basya was 66.11%. Male literacy was 80.94% and female literacy was 50.19%.