Basan - Bhanoli, Almora
Basan is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Basan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basan is 053637. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.84 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Basan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basan
According to the 2011 Census, Basan village had a total population of 243 people, including 125 males and 118 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.69%, with male literacy at 93.46% and female literacy at 71.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 125 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 76 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 100 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 25 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Basan
Basan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Basan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Basan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Almora to Basan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basan
Where is Basan located?
Basan village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basan?
Basan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basan?
The pincode of Basan is 263622.
What is the population of Basan?
Basan had a total population of 243, including 125 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Basan?
Basan had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basan was 82.69%. Male literacy was 93.46% and female literacy was 71.29%.