Basaura - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Basaura is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Thapla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basaura is 051875. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.29 hectares and falls under the 263658 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Basaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Basaura
According to the 2011 Census, Basaura village had a total population of 81 people, including 34 males and 47 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,382 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 81 | 34 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 10 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Basaura
Basaura 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 Basaura
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Basaura.
| 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 Ranikhet to Basaura is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Basaura is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basaura 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 Basaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basaura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basaura
Where is Basaura located?
Basaura village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Basaura is Thapla.
What is the pincode of Basaura?
The pincode of Basaura is 263658.
What is the population of Basaura?
Basaura had a total population of 81, including 34 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Basaura?
Basaura had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basaura was 70.00%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 62.50%.