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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Basor village has a total population of 393 people, consisting of 186 males and 207 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 276 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 393 | 186 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| 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 has a total population of 393, including 186 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Basor?
There are 105 households in Basor.
What is the literacy rate in Basor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basor is 70.23%. Male literacy is 80.11% and female literacy is 61.35%.