Basti - Kanda, Bageshwar
Basti is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Bashti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basti is 050679. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.53 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Basti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basti
As per Census 2011, Basti village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 140 males and 238 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,700 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 173 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 140 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 99 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 41 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Basti
Basti 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 Basti
Basti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bageshwar to Basti is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basti 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 Basti
Where is Basti located?
Basti village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basti?
The Gram Panchayat of Basti is Bashti.
What is the pincode of Basti?
The pincode of Basti is 263632.
What is the population of Basti?
Basti has a total population of 378, including 140 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Basti?
There are 87 households in Basti.
What is the literacy rate in Basti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basti is 54.23%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 44.54%.