Basani - Haldwani, Nainital
Basani is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Basani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basani is 055090. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.42 hectares and falls under the 263128 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Basani 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 Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basani
According to the 2011 Census, Basani village had a total population of 684 people, including 352 males and 332 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.80%, with male literacy at 90.29% and female literacy at 70.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 349.
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 | 684 | 352 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 178 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 279 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 73 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Basani
Basani 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 Basani
Basani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Haldwani to Basani is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Basani is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basani 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 Basani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basani
Where is Basani located?
Basani village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basani?
Basani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basani?
The pincode of Basani is 263128.
What is the population of Basani?
Basani had a total population of 684, including 352 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Basani?
Basani had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basani was 80.80%. Male literacy was 90.29% and female literacy was 70.69%.