Bhil Kot - Garud, Bageshwar
Bhil Kot is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Bhilkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhil Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhil Kot is 051304. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.76 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bhil Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhil Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Bhil Kot village had a total population of 516 people, including 222 males and 294 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,324 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.45%, with male literacy at 93.65% and female literacy at 70.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 516 | 222 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 177 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 45 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Bhil Kot
Bhil Kot 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 Bhil Kot
Bhil Kot 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 5-10 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 Bageshwar to Bhil Kot is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhil Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhil Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhil Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhil Kot 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhil Kot
Where is Bhil Kot located?
Bhil Kot village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhil Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhil Kot is Bhilkot.
What is the pincode of Bhil Kot?
The pincode of Bhil Kot is 263635.
What is the population of Bhil Kot?
Bhil Kot had a total population of 516, including 222 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Bhil Kot?
Bhil Kot had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhil Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhil Kot was 80.45%. Male literacy was 93.65% and female literacy was 70.70%.