Basantkot
Basantkot is a village located in Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Munsiari (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Basant Kot is the gram panchayat of Basantkot village.
Here you can discover what makes Basantkot unique in its vibrant Munsiari-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Basantkot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Basantkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basantkot is 048884. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262555. Didihat is nearest town to Basantkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
Google Map of Basantkot
Population of Basantkot
According to the 2011 Census, Basantkot has a total population of about 215, with approximately 101 males and 114 females. The sex ratio is around 1128 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.91%, with male literacy at about 91.09% and female literacy near 47.37%. There are around 54 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Basantkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 101 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 146 | 92 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 9 | 60 |
Connectivity of Basantkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basantkot. As per the 2011 stats, Basantkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basantkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Basantkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basantkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basantkot
- Where is Basantkot located?
- Basantkot village is situated in Munsiari Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basantkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basantkot is Basant Kot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basantkot?
- The pincode of Basantkot is 262555, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basantkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basantkot is 215, with 101 males and 114 females.
- How many households are there in Basantkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basantkot village has a total of 54 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basantkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basantkot is 67.91%. The male literacy rate is 91.09%, while the female literacy rate is 47.37%.