Basina - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Basina is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Tharali and around 85 km from Gopeshwar. Angoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basina is 041633. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.14 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Basina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basina
As per Census 2011, Basina village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 60 males and 61 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 50 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Basina
Basina 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 Basina
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Basina.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Basina is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Basina is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basina 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 Basina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basina 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 Basina
Where is Basina located?
Basina village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basina?
The Gram Panchayat of Basina is Angoth.
What is the pincode of Basina?
The pincode of Basina is 246444.
What is the population of Basina?
Basina has a total population of 121, including 60 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Basina?
There are 25 households in Basina.
What is the literacy rate in Basina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basina is 69.42%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 55.74%.