Basuli - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Basuli is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 97 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Barsoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basuli is 043242. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.69 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Basuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basuli
As per Census 2011, Basuli village has a total population of 8 people, consisting of 2 males and 6 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 3,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 4 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | - | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Basuli
Basuli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Patakhal | North | 1.01 km |
| Pali Dangwalon Ki | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Mundoli | East | 1.51 km |
| Talyakot | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Lusi | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Banga Pani | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Kothi Gadhni | West | 2.56 km |
| Paindula | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Kaphald | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Nail Toranu | North-West | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basuli
Public transport in the Basuli is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 km.
| 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 Kirtinagar to Basuli is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Basuli is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basuli 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basuli
Where is Basuli located?
Basuli village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Basuli is Barsoli.
What is the pincode of Basuli?
The pincode of Basuli is 249161.
What is the population of Basuli?
Basuli has a total population of 8, including 2 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Basuli?
There are 3 households in Basuli.
What is the literacy rate in Basuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basuli is 50.00%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 33.33%.