Basaura - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Basaura is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Turgoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basaura is 049157. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.01 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Basaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Basaura
According to the 2011 Census, Basaura village had a total population of 110 people, including 54 males and 56 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.73%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 18 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Basaura
Basaura 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 Basaura
Basaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Didihat to Basaura is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Basaura 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 Basaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Basaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basaura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Basaura
Where is Basaura located?
Basaura village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Basaura is Turgoli.
What is the pincode of Basaura?
The pincode of Basaura is 262551.
What is the population of Basaura?
Basaura had a total population of 110, including 54 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Basaura?
Basaura had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basaura was 74.73%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 66.67%.