Basian - Bassi Pathana, Fatehgarh Sahib
Basian is a village situated in the Bassi Pathana tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bassi Pathana and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Bassian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basian is 032538. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 147203 pincode. Kharar is the nearest town.
Basian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bassi pathana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basian
As per Census 2011, Basian village has a total population of 980 people, consisting of 537 males and 443 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 695 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 980 | 537 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 55 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 101 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 390 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 147 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Basian
Basian 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 Basian
Basian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Basian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehgarh Sahib to Basian is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Basian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basian 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 Basian
Where is Basian located?
Basian village is located in Bassi Pathana Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basian?
The Gram Panchayat of Basian is Bassian.
What is the pincode of Basian?
The pincode of Basian is 147203.
What is the population of Basian?
Basian has a total population of 980, including 537 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Basian?
There are 174 households in Basian.
What is the literacy rate in Basian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basian is 70.92%. Male literacy is 72.63% and female literacy is 68.85%.