Belkot Pande - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Belkot Pande 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 Pande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belkot Pande is 049704. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.76 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Belkot Pande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Pande
According to the 2011 Census, Belkot Pande village had a total population of 752 people, including 378 males and 374 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 93.15% and female literacy at 73.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 423.
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 | 752 | 378 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 223 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 299 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 79 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Belkot Pande
Belkot Pande 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 Pande
Belkot Pande 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 Pande is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Belkot Pande 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 Pande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belkot Pande village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belkot Pande
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 Pande 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 Pande
Where is Belkot Pande located?
Belkot Pande village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belkot Pande?
The Gram Panchayat of Belkot Pande is Belkot.
What is the pincode of Belkot Pande?
The pincode of Belkot Pande is 262531.
What is the population of Belkot Pande?
Belkot Pande had a total population of 752, including 378 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Belkot Pande?
Belkot Pande had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belkot Pande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belkot Pande was 83.33%. Male literacy was 93.15% and female literacy was 73.70%.