Basian - Kharar, S.A.S Nagar
Basian is a village situated in the Kharar tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from Kharar and around 18 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Bassian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basian is 039109. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 140413 pincode. Kharar 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 Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basian
According to the 2011 Census, Basian village had a total population of 650 people, including 353 males and 297 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.21%, with male literacy at 89.62% and female literacy at 77.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 650 | 353 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 285 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 68 | 86 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Basian is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basian
Where is Basian located?
Basian village is located in Kharar Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basian?
The Gram Panchayat of Basian is Bassian.
What is the pincode of Basian?
The pincode of Basian is 140413.
What is the population of Basian?
Basian had a total population of 650, including 353 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Basian?
Basian had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basian was 84.21%. Male literacy was 89.62% and female literacy was 77.86%.