Basrai

Basrai is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Basrai village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Basrai unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Basrai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Basrai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basrai is 028527. The village spans a total geographical area of 799 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143527. Qadian is nearest town to Basrai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Basrai

According to the 2011 Census, Basrai has a total population of about 3,565, with approximately 1,853 males and 1,712 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 380 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,404 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.81%, with male literacy at about 70.53% and female literacy near 60.69%. There are around 669 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basrai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,565 1,853 1,712
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 380 202 178
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,404 723 681
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,346 1,307 1,039
Illiterate Population 1,219 546 673

Connectivity of Basrai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basrai. As per the 2011 stats, Basrai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Basrai

Knowing the nearby villages of Basrai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basrai.

Frequently Asked Questions about Basrai

Where is Basrai located?
Basrai village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basrai?
Basrai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Basrai?
The pincode of Basrai is 143527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basrai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basrai is 3,565, with 1,853 males and 1,712 females.
How many households are there in Basrai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basrai village has a total of 669 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basrai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basrai is 65.81%. The male literacy rate is 70.53%, while the female literacy rate is 60.69%.