Basouli - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Basouli is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 29 km from Dera Bassi and around 56 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Basauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basouli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basouli is 039265. The village covers a total geographical area of 643 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Basouli 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 bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basouli
According to the 2011 Census, Basouli village had a total population of 1,438 people, including 764 males and 674 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.33%, with male literacy at 78.66% and female literacy at 71.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 266.
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 | 1,438 | 764 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 94 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 135 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 527 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 237 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Basouli
Basouli 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 Basouli
Basouli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basouli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Basouli is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basouli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basouli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basouli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basouli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Basouli
Where is Basouli located?
Basouli village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basouli?
The Gram Panchayat of Basouli is Basauli.
What is the pincode of Basouli?
The pincode of Basouli is 140501.
What is the population of Basouli?
Basouli had a total population of 1,438, including 764 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Basouli?
Basouli had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basouli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basouli was 75.33%. Male literacy was 78.66% and female literacy was 71.66%.