Basu Deo - Kanda, Bageshwar
Basu Deo is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Sashola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basu Deo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basu Deo is 050724. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.11 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Basu Deo 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basu Deo
According to the 2011 Census, Basu Deo village had a total population of 61 people, including 27 males and 34 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,259 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.77%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Basu Deo
Basu Deo 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 Basu Deo
Basu Deo 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Basu Deo is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basu Deo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basu Deo 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basu Deo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basu Deo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basu Deo
Where is Basu Deo located?
Basu Deo village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basu Deo?
The Gram Panchayat of Basu Deo is Sashola.
What is the pincode of Basu Deo?
The pincode of Basu Deo is 263619.
What is the population of Basu Deo?
Basu Deo had a total population of 61, including 27 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Basu Deo?
Basu Deo had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basu Deo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basu Deo was 80.77%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 75.00%.