Basai-Kalan - Ghatigaon, Gwalior
Basai-Kalan is a village situated in the Ghatigaon tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Gwalior and around 60 km from Gwalior. Surhela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basai-Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basai-Kalan is 453698. The village covers a total geographical area of 919.92 hectares and falls under the 475330 pincode. Gwalior is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Basai-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 Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basai-Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Basai-Kalan village had a total population of 352 people, including 205 males and 147 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 717 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.00%, with male literacy at 70.86% and female literacy at 49.60%.
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 | 352 | 205 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 124 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 81 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Basai-Kalan
Basai-Kalan 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 Basai-Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Basai-Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gwalior to Basai-Kalan is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basai-Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basai-Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Basai-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 Basai-Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basai-Kalan
Where is Basai-Kalan located?
Basai-Kalan village is located in Ghatigaon Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basai-Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Basai-Kalan is Surhela.
What is the pincode of Basai-Kalan?
The pincode of Basai-Kalan is 475330.
What is the population of Basai-Kalan?
Basai-Kalan had a total population of 352, including 205 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Basai-Kalan?
Basai-Kalan had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basai-Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basai-Kalan was 62.00%. Male literacy was 70.86% and female literacy was 49.60%.