Basan
Basan is a village located in Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kalsi (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Bousaan is the gram panchayat of Basan village.
Here you can discover what makes Basan unique in its vibrant Kalsi-Dehradun 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 044939. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248158. Vikasnagar is nearest town to Basan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Basan
Population of Basan
According to the 2011 Census, Basan has a total population of about 179, with approximately 97 males and 82 females. The sex ratio is around 845 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 27 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 104. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.89%, with male literacy at about 65.98% and female literacy near 54.88%. There are around 33 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 | 179 | 97 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 64 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 33 | 37 |
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 Kalsi Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basan is Bousaan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basan?
- The pincode of Basan is 248158, 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 179, with 97 males and 82 females.
- How many households are there in Basan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basan village has a total of 33 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basan is 60.89%. The male literacy rate is 65.98%, while the female literacy rate is 54.88%.