Oda Basot - Betalghat, Nainital
Oda Basot 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 67 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Oda Waskot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oda Basot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oda Basot is 054664. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.5 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Oda Basot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Oda Basot
According to the 2011 Census, Oda Basot village had a total population of 481 people, including 247 males and 234 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.86%, with male literacy at 90.05% and female literacy at 65.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 481.
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 | 481 | 247 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 247 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 181 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 66 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Oda Basot
Oda Basot 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 Oda Basot
Oda Basot 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 >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 Nainital to Oda Basot is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oda Basot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oda Basot 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 Oda Basot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oda Basot 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Oda Basot
Where is Oda Basot located?
Oda Basot village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Oda Basot?
The Gram Panchayat of Oda Basot is Oda Waskot.
What is the pincode of Oda Basot?
The pincode of Oda Basot is 263134.
What is the population of Oda Basot?
Oda Basot had a total population of 481, including 247 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Oda Basot?
Oda Basot had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oda Basot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oda Basot was 77.86%. Male literacy was 90.05% and female literacy was 65.67%.