Garh Basai - Thanagazi, Alwar
Garh Basai is a village situated in the Thanagazi tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thanagazi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Garh Basai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh Basai is 073114. The village covers a total geographical area of 962 hectares and falls under the 301022 pincode. Viratnagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Garh Basai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thanagazi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garh Basai
As per Census 2011, Garh Basai village has a total population of 2,939 people, consisting of 1,514 males and 1,425 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 512 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,574 literate and 1,365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 472 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 300 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garh Basai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,939 | 1,514 | 1,425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 260 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 249 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 144 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 1,574 | 1,022 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,365 | 492 | 873 |
Nearby Villages of Garh Basai
Garh Basai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhankri | South | 2.48 km |
| Gowari | East | 2.78 km |
| Sujapur | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Saleta | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Nangal Bani | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Bakhatpura | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Churani | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Bandrol | North | 3.85 km |
| Roopu Ka Bas | East | 3.90 km |
| Guwara Bhopala | East | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh Basai
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Garh Basai. The nearest railway station is Malakhera, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viratnagar to Garh Basai is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Garh Basai is about 55 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 Garh Basai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garh Basai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garh Basai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garh Basai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garh Basai
Where is Garh Basai located?
Garh Basai village is located in Thanagazi Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garh Basai?
Garh Basai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garh Basai?
The pincode of Garh Basai is 301022.
What is the population of Garh Basai?
Garh Basai has a total population of 2,939, including 1,514 males and 1,425 females.
How many households are there in Garh Basai?
There are 473 households in Garh Basai.
What is the literacy rate in Garh Basai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh Basai is 53.56%. Male literacy is 67.50% and female literacy is 38.74%.