Badarkote - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Badarkote is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Badarkote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badarkote is 054486. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.32 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Badarkote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badarkote
As per Census 2011, Badarkote village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 116 males and 134 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,155 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badarkote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 116 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 21 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Badarkote
Badarkote 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 Badarkote
Badarkote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Badarkote is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Badarkote is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badarkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badarkote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Badarkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badarkote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badarkote
Where is Badarkote located?
Badarkote village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badarkote?
Badarkote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badarkote?
The pincode of Badarkote is 263135.
What is the population of Badarkote?
Badarkote has a total population of 250, including 116 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Badarkote?
There are 50 households in Badarkote.
What is the literacy rate in Badarkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badarkote is 70.80%. Male literacy is 81.90% and female literacy is 61.19%.