Basgar - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Basgar is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Basgar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basgar is 056112. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.74 hectares and falls under the 263151 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Basgar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basgar
As per Census 2011, Basgar village has a total population of 1,566 people, consisting of 794 males and 772 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 936 literate and 630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basgar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,566 | 794 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 112 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 75 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 936 | 543 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 251 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Basgar
Basgar 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 Basgar
Public transport in the Basgar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sitarganj to Basgar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Basgar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basgar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basgar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Basgar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basgar 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 Basgar
Where is Basgar located?
Basgar village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basgar?
Basgar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basgar?
The pincode of Basgar is 263151.
What is the population of Basgar?
Basgar has a total population of 1,566, including 794 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Basgar?
There are 273 households in Basgar.
What is the literacy rate in Basgar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basgar is 59.77%. Male literacy is 68.39% and female literacy is 50.91%.