Basikhet
About Basikhet
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Basikhet village is 049854. Basikhet village is located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Basikhet village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 109.01 hectares. Basikhet has a total population of 428 peoples, out of which male population is 181 while female population is 247. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1364 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of basikhet village is 76.87% out of which 87.29% males and 69.23% females are literate. There are about 107 houses in basikhet village. Pincode of basikhet village locality is 262532.
When it comes to administration, Basikhet village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Basikhet village comes under Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Pithoragarh is nearest town to basikhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 140km away.
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Population of Basikhet
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 428 | 181 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 158 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 23 | 76 |
Connectivity of Basikhet
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Basikhet
Where is Basikhet located?
Basikhet village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basikhet?
Basikhet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Basikhet?
The pincode of Basikhet is 262532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Basikhet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basikhet is 428, with 181 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Basikhet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Basikhet village has a total of 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basikhet as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basikhet is 76.87%. The male literacy rate is 87.29%, while the female literacy rate is 69.23%.