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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Binkote
According to the 2011 Census, Binkote village had a total population of 955 people, including 484 males and 471 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.51%, with male literacy at 97.45% and female literacy at 73.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239.
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 | 955 | 484 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 118 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 955, including 484 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Binkote?
Binkote had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Binkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binkote was 85.51%. Male literacy was 97.45% and female literacy was 73.21%.