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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Oda Basot
As per Census 2011, Oda Basot village has a total population of 481 people, consisting of 247 males and 234 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Oda Basot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 247 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 247 | 234 |
| 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 has a total population of 481, including 247 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Oda Basot?
There are 90 households in Oda Basot.
What is the literacy rate in Oda Basot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oda Basot is 65.07%. Male literacy is 73.28% and female literacy is 56.41%.