Basant Kot - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Basant Kot is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Basantkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basant Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basant Kot is 028883. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 143605 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Basant Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basant Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Basant Kot village had a total population of 963 people, including 499 males and 464 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.56%, with male literacy at 80.28% and female literacy at 70.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 963 | 499 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 63 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 350 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 149 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Basant Kot
Basant Kot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhianpur | North | 1.46 km |
| Shah Shamas | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Sanghera | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Chandu Suja | West | 1.64 km |
| Khaira Sultan | North | 2.51 km |
| Akarpura | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Kot Khazana | West | 2.82 km |
| Sangtuwal | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Gillanwali | West | 2.89 km |
| Chandu Manj | East | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basant Kot
Basant Kot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Batala Junction, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Basant Kot is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basant Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basant Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Basant Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basant Kot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basant Kot
Where is Basant Kot located?
Basant Kot village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basant Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Basant Kot is Basantkot.
What is the pincode of Basant Kot?
The pincode of Basant Kot is 143605.
What is the population of Basant Kot?
Basant Kot had a total population of 963, including 499 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Basant Kot?
Basant Kot had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basant Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basant Kot was 75.56%. Male literacy was 80.28% and female literacy was 70.64%.