Bassian - Abohar, Fazilka
Bassian is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from Abohar and around 83 km from Firozpur. Bahwalbasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bassian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bassian is 035193. The village covers a total geographical area of 1568.21 hectares and falls under the 152117 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Bassian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bassian
According to the 2011 Census, Bassian village had a total population of 3,954 people, including 2,103 males and 1,851 females, living in 742 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.54%, with male literacy at 66.40% and female literacy at 56.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,392.
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 | 3,954 | 2,103 | 1,851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 240 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,392 | 739 | 653 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,163 | 1,237 | 926 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,791 | 866 | 925 |
Nearby Villages of Bassian
Bassian 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 Bassian
Bassian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bassian has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Bassian is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bassian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bassian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bassian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bassian 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 Bassian
Where is Bassian located?
Bassian village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bassian?
The Gram Panchayat of Bassian is Bahwalbasi.
What is the pincode of Bassian?
The pincode of Bassian is 152117.
What is the population of Bassian?
Bassian had a total population of 3,954, including 2,103 males and 1,851 females.
How many households are there in Bassian?
Bassian had 742 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bassian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bassian was 61.54%. Male literacy was 66.40% and female literacy was 56.05%.