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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Bas Gaon village had a total population of 284 people, including 116 males and 168 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,448 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.95%, with male literacy at 91.09% and female literacy at 61.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 284 | 116 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 15 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 284, including 116 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Bas Gaon?
Bas Gaon had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bas Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bas Gaon was 73.95%. Male literacy was 91.09% and female literacy was 61.31%.