Binkote - Betalghat, Nainital
Binkote is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Binkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Binkote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Binkote is 054602. The village covers a total geographical area of 489.73 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Binkote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Binkote
As per Census 2011, Binkote village has a total population of 955 people, consisting of 484 males and 471 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 726 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Binkote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 955 | 484 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 118 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 420 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 64 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Binkote
Binkote 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 Binkote
Binkote 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Binkote is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Binkote is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Binkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Binkote 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 Binkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Binkote 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Binkote
Where is Binkote located?
Binkote village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Binkote?
The Gram Panchayat of Binkote is Binkot.
What is the pincode of Binkote?
The pincode of Binkote is 263134.
What is the population of Binkote?
Binkote has a total population of 955, including 484 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Binkote?
There are 214 households in Binkote.
What is the literacy rate in Binkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binkote is 76.02%. Male literacy is 86.78% and female literacy is 64.97%.