Belkot Bhandari - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Belkot Bhandari is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Belkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belkot Bhandari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belkot Bhandari is 049707. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.01 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Belkot Bhandari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belkot Bhandari
As per Census 2011, Belkot Bhandari village has a total population of 20 people, consisting of 12 males and 8 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 666 females per 1,000 males. The village has 19 literate and 1 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belkot Bhandari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | - | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Belkot Bhandari
Belkot Bhandari 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 Belkot Bhandari
Belkot Bhandari 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Belkot Bhandari is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Belkot Bhandari is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belkot Bhandari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belkot Bhandari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Belkot Bhandari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belkot Bhandari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belkot Bhandari
Where is Belkot Bhandari located?
Belkot Bhandari village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belkot Bhandari?
The Gram Panchayat of Belkot Bhandari is Belkot.
What is the pincode of Belkot Bhandari?
The pincode of Belkot Bhandari is 262531.
What is the population of Belkot Bhandari?
Belkot Bhandari has a total population of 20, including 12 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Belkot Bhandari?
There are 4 households in Belkot Bhandari.
What is the literacy rate in Belkot Bhandari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belkot Bhandari is 95.00%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 87.50%.