Bassi - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Bassi is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Bassi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bassi is 038457. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 140117 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Bassi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bassi
According to the 2011 Census, Bassi village had a total population of 918 people, including 482 males and 436 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.15%, with male literacy at 83.13% and female literacy at 68.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167.
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 | 918 | 482 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 67 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 345 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 137 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Bassi
Bassi 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 Bassi
Bassi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bassi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Bassi is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bassi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bassi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bassi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bassi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bassi
Where is Bassi located?
Bassi village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bassi?
Bassi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bassi?
The pincode of Bassi is 140117.
What is the population of Bassi?
Bassi had a total population of 918, including 482 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Bassi?
Bassi had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bassi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bassi was 76.15%. Male literacy was 83.13% and female literacy was 68.72%.