Bhitar Kot - Garud, Bageshwar
Bhitar Kot is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Thakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitar Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitar Kot is 051403. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.75 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bhitar Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhitar Kot
As per Census 2011, Bhitar Kot village has a total population of 151 people, consisting of 69 males and 82 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,188 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 39 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitar Kot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 151 | 69 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 10 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitar Kot
Bhitar 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 Bhitar Kot
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bhitar Kot.
| 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 Bageshwar to Bhitar Kot is about 26 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 Bhitar Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitar Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhitar 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 Bhitar Kot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhitar Kot
Where is Bhitar Kot located?
Bhitar Kot village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitar Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitar Kot is Thakala.
What is the pincode of Bhitar Kot?
The pincode of Bhitar Kot is 263641.
What is the population of Bhitar Kot?
Bhitar Kot has a total population of 151, including 69 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Bhitar Kot?
There are 36 households in Bhitar Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitar Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitar Kot is 74.17%. Male literacy is 85.51% and female literacy is 64.63%.