Bishal Kote - Ranikhet, Almora
Bishal Kote is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bishalkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bishal Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishal Kote is 052493. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.36 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Bishal Kote 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishal Kote
According to the 2011 Census, Bishal Kote village had a total population of 324 people, including 140 males and 184 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,314 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 64.38%.
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 | 324 | 140 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 105 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 35 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Bishal Kote
Bishal 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 Bishal Kote
Bishal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ranikhet to Bishal Kote is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bishal Kote is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishal Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishal 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bishal 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 Bishal Kote 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 Bishal Kote
Where is Bishal Kote located?
Bishal Kote village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bishal Kote?
The Gram Panchayat of Bishal Kote is Bishalkot.
What is the pincode of Bishal Kote?
The pincode of Bishal Kote is 263645.
What is the population of Bishal Kote?
Bishal Kote had a total population of 324, including 140 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Bishal Kote?
Bishal Kote had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bishal Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishal Kote was 76.47%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 64.38%.