Basor - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Basor is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Basour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basor is 049340. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.16 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Basor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basor
According to the 2011 Census, Basor village had a total population of 393 people, including 186 males and 207 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.41%, with male literacy at 91.98% and female literacy at 66.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169.
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 | 393 | 186 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 149 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 37 | 80 |
Transport and Connectivity of Basor
Basor is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Basor is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basor 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Basor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basor
Where is Basor located?
Basor village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basor?
The Gram Panchayat of Basor is Basour.
What is the pincode of Basor?
The pincode of Basor is 262552.
What is the population of Basor?
Basor had a total population of 393, including 186 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Basor?
Basor had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basor was 78.41%. Male literacy was 91.98% and female literacy was 66.84%.