Basoli - Dhyari, Almora
Basoli is a village situated in the Dhyari tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Bhanoli and around 65 km from Almora. Basoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basoli is 053743. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.26 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Basoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basoli
According to the 2011 Census, Basoli village had a total population of 693 people, including 356 males and 337 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.23%, with male literacy at 92.48% and female literacy at 67.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353.
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 | 693 | 356 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 187 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 283 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 73 | 141 |
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
Basoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Basoli is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Dhyari Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basoli?
Basoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basoli?
The pincode of Basoli is 263622.
What is the population of Basoli?
Basoli had a total population of 693, including 356 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Basoli?
Basoli had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basoli was 80.23%. Male literacy was 92.48% and female literacy was 67.35%.