Basa - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Basa is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Neknam Sehnso serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basa is 031026. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Basa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basa
According to the 2011 Census, Basa village had a total population of 262 people, including 134 males and 128 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.55%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 85.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 262 | 134 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 27 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Basa
Basa 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 Basa
Basa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Basa is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basa
Where is Basa located?
Basa village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basa?
The Gram Panchayat of Basa is Neknam Sehnso.
What is the pincode of Basa?
The pincode of Basa is 144207.
What is the population of Basa?
Basa had a total population of 262, including 134 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Basa?
Basa had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basa was 87.55%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 85.09%.