Basma
Basma is a village located in Dera Bassi tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Bassi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Basman Colony is the gram panchayat of Basma village.
Here you can discover what makes Basma unique in its vibrant Dera Bassi-Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Basma’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 Basma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basma is 039249. The village spans a total geographical area of 714 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140103. Dera Bassi is nearest town to Basma village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Basma
Population of Basma
According to the 2011 Census, Basma has a total population of about 2,699, with approximately 1,432 males and 1,267 females. The sex ratio is around 884 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 351 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 709 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 64.47%, with male literacy at about 69.97% and female literacy near 58.25%. There are around 511 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,699 | 1,432 | 1,267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 199 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 709 | 381 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,740 | 1,002 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 430 | 529 |
Connectivity of Basma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basma. As per the 2011 stats, Basma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basma
Knowing the nearby villages of Basma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basma
- Where is Basma located?
- Basma village is situated in Dera Bassi Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basma is Basman Colony (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basma?
- The pincode of Basma is 140103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basma is 2,699, with 1,432 males and 1,267 females.
- How many households are there in Basma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basma village has a total of 511 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basma is 64.47%. The male literacy rate is 69.97%, while the female literacy rate is 58.25%.