Basgar
Basgar is a village located in Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Sitarganj (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Basgar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Basgar unique in its vibrant Sitarganj-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Basgar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Basgar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basgar is 056112. The village spans a total geographical area of 326.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262405. Sitarganj is nearest town to Basgar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Basgar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Basgar
Population of Basgar
According to the 2011 Census, Basgar has a total population of about 1,566, with approximately 794 males and 772 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 152 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.77%, with male literacy at about 68.39% and female literacy near 50.91%. There are around 273 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basgar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,566 | 794 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 112 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 75 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 936 | 543 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 251 | 379 |
Connectivity of Basgar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basgar. As per the 2011 stats, Basgar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basgar
Knowing the nearby villages of Basgar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basgar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basgar
- Where is Basgar located?
- Basgar village is situated in Sitarganj Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basgar?
- Basgar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Basgar?
- The pincode of Basgar is 262405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basgar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basgar is 1,566, with 794 males and 772 females.
- How many households are there in Basgar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basgar village has a total of 273 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basgar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basgar is 59.77%. The male literacy rate is 68.39%, while the female literacy rate is 50.91%.