Basian - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Basian is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Banssian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basian is 030130. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 144409 pincode. Phillaur is the nearest town.
Basian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basian
According to the 2011 Census, Basian village had a total population of 691 people, including 370 males and 321 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.12%, with male literacy at 83.09% and female literacy at 76.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253.
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 | 691 | 370 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 138 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 290 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 80 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Basian
Basian 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 Basian
Basian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jalandhar to Basian is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basian
Where is Basian located?
Basian village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basian?
The Gram Panchayat of Basian is Banssian.
What is the pincode of Basian?
The pincode of Basian is 144409.
What is the population of Basian?
Basian had a total population of 691, including 370 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Basian?
Basian had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basian was 80.12%. Male literacy was 83.09% and female literacy was 76.67%.