Basai
Basai is a village located in Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Merganj (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bareilly. As per 2009 stats, Basai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Basai unique in its vibrant Meerganj-Bareilly region. You’ll see Basai’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 Basai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basai is 129543. The village spans a total geographical area of 329.32 hectares. Shishgarh is nearest town to Basai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Basai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bareilly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Basai
Population of Basai
According to the 2011 Census, Basai has a total population of about 4,258, with approximately 2,267 males and 1,991 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 624 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 497 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 51.08%, with male literacy at about 61.80% and female literacy near 38.87%. There are around 714 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,258 | 2,267 | 1,991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 328 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 250 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,175 | 1,401 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,083 | 866 | 1,217 |
Connectivity of Basai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basai. As per the 2011 stats, Basai 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 Basai
Knowing the nearby villages of Basai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basai
- Where is Basai located?
- Basai village is situated in Meerganj Tehsil, within the Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basai?
- Basai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Basai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basai is 4,258, with 2,267 males and 1,991 females.
- How many households are there in Basai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basai village has a total of 714 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basai is 51.08%. The male literacy rate is 61.80%, while the female literacy rate is 38.87%.