Basot

Basot is a village located in Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kosya Kutauli (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Nainital. As per 2009 stats, Simalkha is the gram panchayat of Basot village.

Basot has its own place in the vibrant Nainital region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Basot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basot is 054477. The village spans a total geographical area of 45.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263135. Bhowali is nearest town to Basot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.

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Population of Basot

Below is a concise population overview of Basot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 21 13 8
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3 3 N/A
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 14 9 5
Illiterate Population 7 4 3

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basot village:

  • The total population of Basot village is around 21, including approximately 13 males and 8 females, with a sex ratio of 615 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 3 children aged 0–6 years in Basot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Basot village is about 66.67%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 62.50%.
  • There are around 5 households in Basot village.

Connectivity of Basot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basot. As per the 2011 stats, Basot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Basot

Knowing the nearby villages of Basot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basot.

Lagga Naini Chauk Songaon Sakdena Jinauli Tari Basgaon Chak Pawas Simalkhan Bharari Haroli Khalar

Frequently Asked Questions about Basot

Where is Basot located?
Basot village is situated in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, within the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basot?
The Gram Panchayat of Basot is Simalkha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Basot?
The pincode of Basot is 263135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basot is 21, with 13 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Basot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basot village has a total of 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basot is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.