Basiala
Basiala is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Basiala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Basiala unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Basiala’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 Basiala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basiala is 031978. The village spans a total geographical area of 234 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144527. Garhshankar is nearest town to Basiala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Basiala
Population of Basiala
According to the 2011 Census, Basiala has a total population of about 1,369, with approximately 669 males and 700 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 123 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 358 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 75.97%, with male literacy at about 80.57% and female literacy near 71.57%. There are around 311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basiala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,369 | 669 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 174 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,040 | 539 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 130 | 199 |
Connectivity of Basiala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basiala. As per the 2011 stats, Basiala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basiala
Knowing the nearby villages of Basiala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basiala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basiala
- Where is Basiala located?
- Basiala village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basiala?
- Basiala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Basiala?
- The pincode of Basiala is 144527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basiala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basiala is 1,369, with 669 males and 700 females.
- How many households are there in Basiala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basiala village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basiala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basiala is 75.97%. The male literacy rate is 80.57%, while the female literacy rate is 71.57%.