Purani Baseri Basnal - Bhikiasain, Almora
Purani Baseri Basnal is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Bhikiyasain and around 117 km from Almora. Syautara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purani Baseri Basnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purani Baseri Basnal is 051635. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.79 hectares and falls under the 263658 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Purani Baseri Basnal 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purani Baseri Basnal
According to the 2011 Census, Purani Baseri Basnal village had a total population of 11 people, including 4 males and 7 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 40.00%.
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 | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Purani Baseri Basnal
Purani Baseri Basnal 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 Purani Baseri Basnal
Purani Baseri Basnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Purani Baseri Basnal is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Purani Baseri Basnal is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purani Baseri Basnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purani Baseri Basnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purani Baseri Basnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purani Baseri Basnal 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purani Baseri Basnal
Where is Purani Baseri Basnal located?
Purani Baseri Basnal village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purani Baseri Basnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Purani Baseri Basnal is Syautara.
What is the pincode of Purani Baseri Basnal?
The pincode of Purani Baseri Basnal is 263658.
What is the population of Purani Baseri Basnal?
Purani Baseri Basnal had a total population of 11, including 4 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Purani Baseri Basnal?
Purani Baseri Basnal had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purani Baseri Basnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purani Baseri Basnal was 62.50%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 40.00%.