Betalghat
Betalghat is a Town and Tehsil in Nainital District of Uttarakhand. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Betalghat Block (CD) is 00339. The total area of Betalghat Tehsil is 210 km². Betalghat has a sex ratio of approximately 1040 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Betalghat Tehsil
Betalghat Tehsil has a total of 74 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Betalghat Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aam Ki Sar | N/A | Ramnagar (70 km) |
| 2 | Amel | Amail | Nainital (55 km) |
| 3 | Badhani Gaon | Talla Gaon | Ranikhet (55 km) |
| 4 | Bhatraunj Khan | Bhatroj | Ranikhet (34 km) |
| 5 | Binkote | Binkot | Ranikhet (39 km) |
| 6 | Bishguli | Katmeegajar | Ranikhet (60 km) |
| 7 | Bunga | Khearlibunga | Nainital (59 km) |
| 8 | Chandrakote | Chandra Kot | Ranikhet (35 km) |
| 9 | Chandula | Ghaghareti | Nainital (54 km) |
| 10 | Chauni | Chyuni | Ranikhet (34 km) |
| 11 | Chhapar | N/A | Nainital (59 km) |
| 12 | Chuni Chak Adwari | Chakbaheri | Nainital (51 km) |
| 13 | Dabarbadi | Joshi Khola | Ranikhet (45 km) |
| 14 | Dadima | Darima | Nainital (57 km) |
| 15 | Dandesari | Malli Pali | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| 16 | Dhari | Dhari | Nainital (37 km) |
| 17 | Dholgaon | Dhol Gaon | Ranikhet (40 km) |
| 18 | Digthari | Digthari | Ranikhet (25 km) |
| 19 | Ghaghreti | Ghaghareti | Nainital (64 km) |
| 20 | Ghirauli | Ghiroli | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| 21 | Ghoria Halson | Ghoriya Halso | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| 22 | Haldyani | Haldyani | Ranikhet (43 km) |
| 23 | Halla Lagga Baroseer | N/A | Nainital (45 km) |
| 24 | Halsau | Halso Kord | Nainital (46 km) |
| 25 | Harchnowly | Ghiroli | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| 26 | Hari Nagar | Sukha | Nainital (76 km) |
| 27 | Joshi Khola | Joshi Khola | Ranikhet (45 km) |
| 28 | Kanda | Kanda | Ranikhet (75 km) |
| 29 | Katimi | Katmeegajar | Ranikhet (58 km) |
| 30 | Kaul | Taurad | Nainital (55 km) |
| 31 | Khairali | Khearlibunga | Nainital (58 km) |
| 32 | Khairali Chak Patal | Amtoli | Nainital (57 km) |
| 33 | Kharainy | Khaireni | Nainital (38 km) |
| 34 | Korar | Korar | Nainital (44 km) |
| 35 | Kosi Range | N/A | Nainital (60 km) |
| 36 | Lethra | Haldyani | Ranikhet (40 km) |
| 37 | Malla Bardho | Malla Bardho | Nainital (38 km) |
| 38 | Malla Gaon | Malla Gaon | Nainital (63 km) |
| 39 | Mallipali | Malli Pali | Ranikhet (55 km) |
| 40 | Nainichauba | Darima | Nainital (52 km) |
| 41 | Naughar | Naghar | Ranikhet (35 km) |
| 42 | Oda Basot | Oda Waskot | Nainital (67 km) |
| 43 | Oradadar | N/A | Nainital (85 km) |
| 44 | Paharkote | Talli Pali | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| 45 | Patori | N/A | Nainital (55 km) |
| 46 | Raheli | Khaireni | Nainital (42 km) |
| 47 | Rajsera | N/A | Nainital (60 km) |
| 48 | Ranibagh | Naghar | Nainital (55 km) |
| 49 | Rauliagaon | Tiwari Gaon | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| 50 | Rauliya Lagga Gangadhar | Talli Pali | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| 51 | Rauliya Lagga Naini Chak | N/A | Nainital (52 km) |
| 52 | Rikholi | Rikhauli | Nainital (70 km) |
| 53 | Ropa | Ropa | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| 54 | Seni Range | N/A | Ranikhet (30 km) |
| 55 | Seti Belgaon | Shety Belgaon | Ranikhet (52 km) |
| 56 | Seti Bhandar | N/A | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| 57 | Seti Dharkote | Shety Dharkot | Ranikhet (2 km) |
| 58 | Seti Majhgaon | Shety Belgaon | Ranikhet (51 km) |
| 59 | Sherbari | N/A | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| 60 | Sirani | Haldyani | Ranikhet (43 km) |
| 61 | Sonli | N/A | Ranikhet (45 km) |
| 62 | Sooka | Sukha | Ranikhet (60 km) |
| 63 | Sunsyari | Patori Sunsyari | Ranikhet (35 km) |
| 64 | Talla Bardho | Talla Bardho | Nainital (45 km) |
| 65 | Talla Gaon | Talla Gaon | Nainital (62 km) |
| 66 | Talli Pali | Talli Pali | Ranikhet (55 km) |
| 67 | Talli Sethi | Talli Sethi | Nainital (85 km) |
| 68 | Tangura Bara | Talli Pali | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| 69 | Tangura Chhota | Ghiroli | Ranikhet (55 km) |
| 70 | Tangura Lagga Ghiroli | Ghiroli | Ranikhet (55 km) |
| 71 | Taurar | Taurad | Nainital (50 km) |
| 72 | Thapla | Thapal Richi | Ranikhet (26 km) |
| 73 | Thapli | Malla Bardho | Nainital (35 km) |
| 74 | Tiwaregaon | Tiwari Gaon | Nainital (50 km) |
Population of Betalghat Tehsil
The population profile of Betalghat Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Betalghat Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,265 | 21,265 | N/A |
| Male Population | 10,421 | 10,421 | N/A |
| Female Population | 10,844 | 10,844 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,125 | 3,125 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,614 | 1,614 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,511 | 1,511 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 14,648 | 14,648 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 8,221 | 8,221 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 6,427 | 6,427 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 6,617 | 6,617 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,200 | 2,200 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,417 | 4,417 | N/A |
| Total Households | 4,357 | 4,357 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 21,265 people. Includes nearly 10,421 males and 10,844 females. Rural population is about 21,265 people.
- There are around 3,125 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,614 boys and 1,511 girls.
- Literate population is about 14,648 people. Non-literate population is around 6,617 people.
- There are nearly 4,357 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Betalghat Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 6,553 | 6,553 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 3,285 | 3,285 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 3,268 | 3,268 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 9 | 9 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 8 | 8 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Population Density | 101 / km² | 101 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Betalghat Tehsil is approximately 6,553 people, including 3,285 males and 3,268 females. Around 6,553 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Betalghat Tehsil is about 9 people, including 8 males and 1 females. Around 9 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 101 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 101 people per sq. km.