Basantpur - Haldwani, Nainital
Basantpur 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 54 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Basantpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantpur is 055231. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.72 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Basantpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Basantpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantpur village had a total population of 549 people, including 287 males and 262 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.97%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 70.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 549 | 287 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 205 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 82 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Basantpur
Basantpur 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 Basantpur
Basantpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basantpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Basantpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Basantpur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Basantpur
Where is Basantpur located?
Basantpur village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantpur?
Basantpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basantpur?
The pincode of Basantpur is 263139.
What is the population of Basantpur?
Basantpur had a total population of 549, including 287 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur?
Basantpur had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantpur was 76.97%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 70.34%.