Basai - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Basai is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Basai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basai is 055630. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.67 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Basai 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 Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basai
According to the 2011 Census, Basai village had a total population of 4,262 people, including 2,208 males and 2,054 females, living in 730 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.24%, with male literacy at 76.66% and female literacy at 59.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,262 | 2,208 | 2,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 698 | 366 | 332 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 114 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,432 | 1,412 | 1,020 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,830 | 796 | 1,034 |
Nearby Villages of Basai
Basai 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 Basai
Basai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Kashipur to Basai is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Basai is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basai
Where is Basai located?
Basai village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basai?
Basai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basai?
The pincode of Basai is 244713.
What is the population of Basai?
Basai had a total population of 4,262, including 2,208 males and 2,054 females.
How many households are there in Basai?
Basai had 730 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basai was 68.24%. Male literacy was 76.66% and female literacy was 59.23%.