Basan
Basan is a village located in Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Lohaghat (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Champawat. As per 2009 stats, Basan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Basan unique in its vibrant Lohaghat-Champawat region. You’ll see Basan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Basan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basan is 054303. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262524. Champawat is nearest town to Basan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Basan
Population of Basan
According to the 2011 Census, Basan has a total population of about 162, with approximately 75 males and 87 females. The sex ratio is around 1160 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.58%, with male literacy at about 72.00% and female literacy near 56.32%. There are around 31 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 162 | 75 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 21 | 38 |
Connectivity of Basan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basan. As per the 2011 stats, Basan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basan
Knowing the nearby villages of Basan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basan
- Where is Basan located?
- Basan village is situated in Lohaghat Tehsil, within the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basan?
- Basan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Basan?
- The pincode of Basan is 262524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basan is 162, with 75 males and 87 females.
- How many households are there in Basan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basan village has a total of 31 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basan is 63.58%. The male literacy rate is 72.00%, while the female literacy rate is 56.32%.