Bhitar Kote - Ranikhet, Almora
Bhitar Kote is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bitar Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitar Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitar Kote is 052269. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.37 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bhitar Kote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhitar Kote
As per Census 2011, Bhitar Kote village has a total population of 472 people, consisting of 206 males and 266 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,291 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitar Kote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 206 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 73 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 163 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 43 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitar Kote
Bhitar Kote 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 Bhitar Kote
Bhitar Kote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Bhitar Kote is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bhitar Kote is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitar Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitar Kote 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhitar Kote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitar Kote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhitar Kote
Where is Bhitar Kote located?
Bhitar Kote village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitar Kote?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitar Kote is Bitar Kot.
What is the pincode of Bhitar Kote?
The pincode of Bhitar Kote is 263652.
What is the population of Bhitar Kote?
Bhitar Kote has a total population of 472, including 206 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Bhitar Kote?
There are 102 households in Bhitar Kote.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitar Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitar Kote is 66.31%. Male literacy is 79.13% and female literacy is 56.39%.