Basdang - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Basdang is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Satpuli and around 115 km from Pauri Garhwal. Paniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basdang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basdang is 047987. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.11 hectares and falls under the 246169 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Basdang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Basdang
According to the 2011 Census, Basdang village had a total population of 8 people, including 3 males and 5 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 20.00%.
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 | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 0 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Basdang
Basdang 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 Basdang
Basdang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dogadda to Basdang is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Basdang is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basdang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basdang 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basdang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basdang 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basdang
Where is Basdang located?
Basdang village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basdang?
The Gram Panchayat of Basdang is Paniya.
What is the pincode of Basdang?
The pincode of Basdang is 246169.
What is the population of Basdang?
Basdang had a total population of 8, including 3 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Basdang?
Basdang had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basdang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basdang was 50.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 20.00%.