Basania Kalan - Rehti, Sehore
Basania Kalan is a village situated in the Rehti tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rehti and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Barkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basania Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basania Kalan is 483602. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.43 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Rehti is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Basania 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 Budhni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basania Kalan
As per Census 2011, Basania Kalan village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 172 males and 147 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 231 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basania Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 172 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 141 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 31 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Basania Kalan
Basania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkheda | North | 1.25 km |
| Sanwal Kheda | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Basaniya Khurd | West | 2.57 km |
| Bhomda | North | 2.71 km |
| Mardanpur | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Rewgaon | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Borghati | North | 3.41 km |
| Nehlai | South | 3.55 km |
| Behra Khedi | East | 3.70 km |
| Manjar Kui | North-East | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basania Kalan
Basania Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dharmkundi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rehti to Basania Kalan is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Basania Kalan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basania Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basania Kalan 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 Basania 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 Basania Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basania Kalan
Where is Basania Kalan located?
Basania Kalan village is located in Rehti Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basania Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Basania Kalan is Barkheda.
What is the pincode of Basania Kalan?
The pincode of Basania Kalan is 466446.
What is the population of Basania Kalan?
Basania Kalan has a total population of 319, including 172 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Basania Kalan?
There are 53 households in Basania Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Basania Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basania Kalan is 72.41%. Male literacy is 81.98% and female literacy is 61.22%.