Bhitakote - Sult, Almora
Bhitakote is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 210 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bhitakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitakote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitakote is 052077. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.46 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Bhitakote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhitakote
As per Census 2011, Bhitakote village has a total population of 379 people, consisting of 162 males and 217 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,339 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitakote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 162 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 28 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 113 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 49 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitakote
Bhitakote 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 Bhitakote
Public transport in the Bhitakote is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Bhitakote is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bhitakote is about 210 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitakote 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 Bhitakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitakote 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 Bhitakote
Where is Bhitakote located?
Bhitakote village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitakote?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitakote is Bhitakot.
What is the pincode of Bhitakote?
The pincode of Bhitakote is 263676.
What is the population of Bhitakote?
Bhitakote has a total population of 379, including 162 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Bhitakote?
There are 79 households in Bhitakote.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitakote is 59.89%. Male literacy is 69.75% and female literacy is 52.53%.