Basgaon - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Basgaon is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Basgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basgaon is 054478. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.17 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Basgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Basgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Basgaon village had a total population of 284 people, including 117 males and 167 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,427 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.20%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 284 | 117 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 25 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Basgaon
Basgaon 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 Basgaon
Basgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Basgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Basgaon is about 50 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 Basgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basgaon 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 Basgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basgaon
Where is Basgaon located?
Basgaon village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Basgaon is Basgoan.
What is the pincode of Basgaon?
The pincode of Basgaon is 263135.
What is the population of Basgaon?
Basgaon had a total population of 284, including 117 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Basgaon?
Basgaon had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basgaon was 75.20%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 63.16%.