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
According to the 2011 Census, Basana Gaon village had a total population of 340 people, including 171 males and 169 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.42%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 62.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 340 | 171 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 41 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 340, including 171 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Basana Gaon?
Basana Gaon had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basana Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basana Gaon was 75.42%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 62.91%.