Geeju Baswan - Pati, Champawat
Geeju Baswan is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Bans Banswali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Geeju Baswan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geeju Baswan is 053985. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.22 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Geeju Baswan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Geeju Baswan
According to the 2011 Census, Geeju Baswan village had a total population of 196 people, including 94 males and 102 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 70.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 196 | 94 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 34 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Geeju Baswan
Geeju Baswan 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 Geeju Baswan
Public transport in the Geeju Baswan 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 Lohaghat to Geeju Baswan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Geeju Baswan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Geeju Baswan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geeju Baswan 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 Geeju Baswan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geeju Baswan 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 Geeju Baswan
Where is Geeju Baswan located?
Geeju Baswan village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Geeju Baswan?
The Gram Panchayat of Geeju Baswan is Bans Banswali.
What is the pincode of Geeju Baswan?
The pincode of Geeju Baswan is 262561.
What is the population of Geeju Baswan?
Geeju Baswan had a total population of 196, including 94 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Geeju Baswan?
Geeju Baswan had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Geeju Baswan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geeju Baswan was 76.47%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 70.37%.