Basant - Sumerpur, Pali
Basant is a village situated in the Sumerpur tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sumerpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Basant village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basant is 091216. The village covers a total geographical area of 1014 hectares and falls under the 306708 pincode. Sumerpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Basant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sumerpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basant
As per Census 2011, Basant village has a total population of 2,493 people, consisting of 1,188 males and 1,305 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,402 literate and 1,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 545 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,493 | 1,188 | 1,305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 168 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 299 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 1,402 | 799 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 389 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Basant
Basant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baba-gaon | East | 3.49 km |
| Heengola | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Koselao | South | 3.94 km |
| Pawa | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Pichawa | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Kheemara | South-East | 5.46 km |
| Daulpura | East | 5.71 km |
| Dhana | East | 6.46 km |
| Gura Indrapura | North-West | 7.62 km |
| Rajpura | South-West | 7.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basant
Public transport in the Basant is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khimel, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sumerpur to Basant is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Basant is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basant 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 Basant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basant
Where is Basant located?
Basant village is located in Sumerpur Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basant?
Basant is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basant?
The pincode of Basant is 306708.
What is the population of Basant?
Basant has a total population of 2,493, including 1,188 males and 1,305 females.
How many households are there in Basant?
There are 540 households in Basant.
What is the literacy rate in Basant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basant is 56.24%. Male literacy is 67.26% and female literacy is 46.21%.