Bas Gaon - Jainti, Almora
Bas Gaon is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bas Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bas Gaon is 053482. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.11 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Bas Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bas Gaon
As per Census 2011, Bas Gaon village has a total population of 284 people, consisting of 116 males and 168 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,448 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bas Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 116 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 15 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 92 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 24 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Bas Gaon
Bas Gaon 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 Bas Gaon
Bas Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Bas Gaon is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bas Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bas Gaon 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 Bas Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bas Gaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bas Gaon
Where is Bas Gaon located?
Bas Gaon village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bas Gaon?
Bas Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bas Gaon?
The pincode of Bas Gaon is 263626.
What is the population of Bas Gaon?
Bas Gaon has a total population of 284, including 116 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Bas Gaon?
There are 58 households in Bas Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bas Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bas Gaon is 61.97%. Male literacy is 79.31% and female literacy is 50.00%.