Basai - Ramnagar, Nainital
Basai is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Basai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basai is 055351. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.38 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Basai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basai
According to the 2011 Census, Basai village had a total population of 1,302 people, including 659 males and 643 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.79%, with male literacy at 90.24% and female literacy at 83.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189.
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 | 1,302 | 659 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 92 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 527 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 132 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Basai
Basai 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 Basai
Public transport in the Basai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Basai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Basai is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Basai is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basai 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 Basai
Where is Basai located?
Basai village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basai?
Basai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basai?
The pincode of Basai is 244715.
What is the population of Basai?
Basai had a total population of 1,302, including 659 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Basai?
Basai had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basai was 86.79%. Male literacy was 90.24% and female literacy was 83.28%.