Basana Gaon - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Basana Gaon is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 100 km from Dhanaulti and around 130 km from New Tehri. Basana Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basana Gaon is 044105. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.68 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Basana Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basana Gaon
As per Census 2011, Basana Gaon village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 171 males and 169 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basana Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 171 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 41 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 132 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 39 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Basana Gaon
Basana Gaon 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 Basana Gaon
Public transport in the Basana Gaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Basana Gaon is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Basana Gaon is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basana Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basana Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Basana Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basana Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basana Gaon
Where is Basana Gaon located?
Basana Gaon village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basana Gaon?
Basana Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basana Gaon?
The pincode of Basana Gaon is 249186.
What is the population of Basana Gaon?
Basana Gaon has a total population of 340, including 171 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Basana Gaon?
There are 39 households in Basana Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Basana Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basana Gaon is 66.76%. Male literacy is 77.19% and female literacy is 56.21%.