Bahalkote - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Bahalkote is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Byal Katiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahalkote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahalkote is 050039. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.8 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Bahalkote 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 Bahalkote
According to the 2011 Census, Bahalkote village had a total population of 42 people, including 17 males and 25 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,471 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.14%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 68.18%.
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 | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Bahalkote
Bahalkote 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 Bahalkote
Public transport in the Bahalkote 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 Pithoragarh to Bahalkote is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahalkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahalkote 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 Bahalkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahalkote 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bahalkote
Where is Bahalkote located?
Bahalkote village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahalkote?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahalkote is Byal Katiya.
What is the pincode of Bahalkote?
The pincode of Bahalkote is 262522.
What is the population of Bahalkote?
Bahalkote had a total population of 42, including 17 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Bahalkote?
Bahalkote had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahalkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahalkote was 77.14%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 68.18%.