Basner Kalan - Bhainsdehi, Betul
Basner Kalan is a village situated in the Bhainsdehi tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhainsdehi and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Basnerkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basner Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basner Kalan is 485288. The village covers a total geographical area of 734.42 hectares and falls under the 460225 pincode. Bhainsdehi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Basner Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basner Kalan
As per Census 2011, Basner Kalan village has a total population of 2,090 people, consisting of 1,086 males and 1,004 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,490 literate and 600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 343 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basner Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,090 | 1,086 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 116 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 177 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 1,490 | 818 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 268 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Basner Kalan
Basner Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basner Khurd | East | 2.25 km |
| Jamjhiri | South | 2.75 km |
| Kolgaon | West | 2.77 km |
| Koylari | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Ghogama | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Saygohan | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Barhapur | West | 4.66 km |
| Junawani | West | 4.83 km |
| Siwanpat | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Dewalwada | South | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basner Kalan
Basner Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Betul, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.3 km.
| 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 Bhainsdehi to Basner Kalan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Basner Kalan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basner Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basner Kalan 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 Basner Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basner Kalan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Basner Kalan
Where is Basner Kalan located?
Basner Kalan village is located in Bhainsdehi Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basner Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Basner Kalan is Basnerkala.
What is the pincode of Basner Kalan?
The pincode of Basner Kalan is 460225.
What is the population of Basner Kalan?
Basner Kalan has a total population of 2,090, including 1,086 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Basner Kalan?
There are 430 households in Basner Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Basner Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basner Kalan is 71.29%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 66.93%.