Bachkot - Kanalichhina, Pithoragarh
Bachkot is a village situated in the Kanalichhina tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 51 km from Didihat and around 48 km from Pithoragarh. Syuban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachkot is 049501. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.43 hectares and falls under the 262541 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bachkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bachkot
According to the 2011 Census, Bachkot village had a total population of 179 people, including 96 males and 83 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 93.90% and female literacy at 64.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 77 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 19 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Bachkot
Bachkot 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 Bachkot
Public transport in the Bachkot 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 Bachkot is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bachkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachkot 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bachkot
Where is Bachkot located?
Bachkot village is located in Kanalichhina Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachkot is Syuban.
What is the pincode of Bachkot?
The pincode of Bachkot is 262541.
What is the population of Bachkot?
Bachkot had a total population of 179, including 96 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Bachkot?
Bachkot had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachkot was 80.00%. Male literacy was 93.90% and female literacy was 64.38%.