Basoli - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Basoli is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kotyura Masi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basoli is 051975. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.22 hectares and falls under the 263658 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Basoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basoli
As per Census 2011, Basoli village has a total population of 134 people, consisting of 41 males and 93 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 2,268 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 41 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 24 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 17 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Basoli
Basoli 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 Basoli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Basoli.
| 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 Basoli is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Basoli is about 114 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 Basoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basoli 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 Basoli
Where is Basoli located?
Basoli village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Basoli is Kotyura Masi.
What is the pincode of Basoli?
The pincode of Basoli is 263658.
What is the population of Basoli?
Basoli has a total population of 134, including 41 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Basoli?
There are 43 households in Basoli.
What is the literacy rate in Basoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basoli is 52.24%. Male literacy is 58.54% and female literacy is 49.46%.