Basond - Badoda, Sheopur
Basond is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Basod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basond is 451771. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.26 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Basond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basond
According to the 2011 Census, Basond village had a total population of 1,010 people, including 520 males and 490 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.01%, with male literacy at 80.73% and female literacy at 34.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 1,010 | 520 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 79 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 356 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 164 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Basond
Basond 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahdawad | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Bajarli | North | 1.80 km |
| Kalu Khedli | South | 1.93 km |
| Bida Khedli | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Rajaura | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Pahadli | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Panwada | West | 2.90 km |
| Rajpura Jhunjhunipura | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Kuhanjapur | South | 3.54 km |
| Luhadi Kheda | North | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basond
Basond is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sheopur Kalan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Badoda to Basond is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Basond is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basond 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 Basond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basond 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 Basond
Where is Basond located?
Basond village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basond?
The Gram Panchayat of Basond is Basod.
What is the pincode of Basond?
The pincode of Basond is 476339.
What is the population of Basond?
Basond had a total population of 1,010, including 520 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Basond?
Basond had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basond was 58.01%. Male literacy was 80.73% and female literacy was 34.87%.