Basai - Meerganj, Bareilly
Basai is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Merganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Basai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basai is 129543. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.32 hectares and falls under the 243505 pincode. Shishgarh is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
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 Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basai
As per Census 2011, Basai village has a total population of 4,258 people, consisting of 2,267 males and 1,991 females. The village has 714 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 624 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,175 literate and 2,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 497 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basai are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 2,175 | 1,401 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,083 | 866 | 1,217 |
Nearby Villages of Basai
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ras | West | 1.32 km |
| Dharmpura | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Ganeshpur | South | 1.51 km |
| Abhupura Urf Jokhanpur | North | 1.82 km |
| Mohanpur | West | 2.14 km |
| Sultanpur | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Aurangabad | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Raghunathpur Urf Jagdish | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Sahora | North | 2.79 km |
| Bairamnagar | South-East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basai
Basai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Milak, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shishgarh to Basai is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Basai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 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 Basai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basai
Where is Basai located?
Basai village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basai?
Basai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basai?
The pincode of Basai is 243505.
What is the population of Basai?
Basai has a total population of 4,258, including 2,267 males and 1,991 females.
How many households are there in Basai?
There are 714 households in Basai.
What is the literacy rate in Basai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basai is 51.08%. Male literacy is 61.80% and female literacy is 38.87%.