Basai - Suwasara, Mandsaur
Basai is a village situated in the Suwasara tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suwasra and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Basai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basai is 469901. The village covers a total geographical area of 2596.1 hectares and falls under the 458990 pincode. Mandsaur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Basai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basai
As per Census 2011, Basai village has a total population of 4,734 people, consisting of 2,384 males and 2,350 females. The village has 1,014 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 730 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,414 literate and 2,320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 880 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,734 | 2,384 | 2,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 730 | 376 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 880 | 426 | 454 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,414 | 1,459 | 955 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,320 | 925 | 1,395 |
Nearby Villages of Basai
Basai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nirdhari | South | 3.32 km |
| Kotdi | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Kantiya | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Rehatadi | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Dhamanya | East | 3.98 km |
| Deoriyamoti | South | 4.15 km |
| Khatrukhedi | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Dhanadi | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Rawatkheda | South | 4.70 km |
| Rahimgarh | West | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basai
Basai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanspura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.6 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 Mandsaur to Basai is about 58 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basai
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 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
Where is Basai located?
Basai village is located in Suwasara Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basai?
Basai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basai?
The pincode of Basai is 458990.
What is the population of Basai?
Basai has a total population of 4,734, including 2,384 males and 2,350 females.
How many households are there in Basai?
There are 1,014 households in Basai.
What is the literacy rate in Basai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basai is 50.99%. Male literacy is 61.20% and female literacy is 40.64%.