Badiyakot - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Badiyakot is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Badiyakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badiyakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badiyakot is 050519. The village covers a total geographical area of 704.33 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Badiyakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badiyakot
As per Census 2011, Badiyakot village has a total population of 637 people, consisting of 322 males and 315 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badiyakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 322 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 141 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 204 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 118 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Badiyakot
Badiyakot 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 Badiyakot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badiyakot.
| 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 Badiyakot is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badiyakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badiyakot 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 Badiyakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badiyakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badiyakot
Where is Badiyakot located?
Badiyakot village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badiyakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Badiyakot is Badiyakote.
What is the pincode of Badiyakot?
The pincode of Badiyakot is 263632.
What is the population of Badiyakot?
Badiyakot has a total population of 637, including 322 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Badiyakot?
There are 134 households in Badiyakot.
What is the literacy rate in Badiyakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badiyakot is 47.10%. Male literacy is 63.35% and female literacy is 30.48%.