Basai - Kolaras, Shivpuri
Basai is a village situated in the Kolaras tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaras and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Atamanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basai is 455718. The village covers a total geographical area of 966.64 hectares and falls under the 473774 pincode. Kolaras is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Basai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basai
According to the 2011 Census, Basai village had a total population of 742 people, including 387 males and 355 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.97%, with male literacy at 45.07% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 527.
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 | 742 | 387 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 103 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 527 | 273 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 128 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 259 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Basai
Basai 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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Basai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kolaras to Basai is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Basai is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basai
Where is Basai located?
Basai village is located in Kolaras Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basai?
The Gram Panchayat of Basai is Atamanpur.
What is the pincode of Basai?
The pincode of Basai is 473774.
What is the population of Basai?
Basai had a total population of 742, including 387 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Basai?
Basai had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basai was 32.97%. Male literacy was 45.07% and female literacy was 20.00%.