Bashar - Lamgada, Almora
Bashar is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Jainti and around 45 km from Almora. Sagar Sahu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bashar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bashar is 053426. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.62 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bashar 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 Bashar
According to the 2011 Census, Bashar village had a total population of 86 people, including 40 males and 46 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.43%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 47.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 9 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Bashar
Bashar 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 Bashar
Bashar 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 Bashar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bashar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bashar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bashar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bashar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bashar
Where is Bashar located?
Bashar village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bashar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bashar is Sagar Sahu.
What is the pincode of Bashar?
The pincode of Bashar is 263625.
What is the population of Bashar?
Bashar had a total population of 86, including 40 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Bashar?
Bashar had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bashar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bashar was 65.43%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 47.83%.