Basanti - Ramgarh, Nainital
Basanti is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from Nainital and around 75 km from Nainital. Basgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basanti is 054727. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.76 hectares and falls under the 263158 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Basanti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basanti
According to the 2011 Census, Basanti village had a total population of 51 people, including 30 males and 21 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 700 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Basanti
Basanti 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 Basanti
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Basanti.
| 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 Nainital to Basanti is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basanti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basanti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basanti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basanti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basanti
Where is Basanti located?
Basanti village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Basanti is Basgaon.
What is the pincode of Basanti?
The pincode of Basanti is 263158.
What is the population of Basanti?
Basanti had a total population of 51, including 30 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Basanti?
Basanti had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basanti was 80.95%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.