Basera - Khair, Aligarh
Basera is a village situated in the Khair tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khair and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Vasera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basera is 121713. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.98 hectares and falls under the 202137 pincode. Jattari is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Basera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khair Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basera
As per Census 2011, Basera village has a total population of 2,853 people, consisting of 1,521 males and 1,332 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,794 literate and 1,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,853 | 1,521 | 1,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 227 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 296 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 1,794 | 1,121 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,059 | 400 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Basera
Basera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagla Danda | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Palsera | South | 2.34 km |
| Bhadiyar | East | 2.40 km |
| Maur | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Lalgarhi | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Aurangabad Urf Humayunpur | North | 3.07 km |
| Khera Kishan | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Nagala Kripa | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Bijana Ki Nagariya | South | 3.67 km |
| Chhapna | North-East | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basera
Basera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kamalpur, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jattari to Basera is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Basera 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 Basera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Basera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basera 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basera
Where is Basera located?
Basera village is located in Khair Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basera?
The Gram Panchayat of Basera is Vasera.
What is the pincode of Basera?
The pincode of Basera is 202137.
What is the population of Basera?
Basera has a total population of 2,853, including 1,521 males and 1,332 females.
How many households are there in Basera?
There are 489 households in Basera.
What is the literacy rate in Basera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basera is 62.88%. Male literacy is 73.70% and female literacy is 50.53%.