Basantkot - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Basantkot is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Basant Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantkot is 048884. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.84 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Basantkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Basantkot
According to the 2011 Census, Basantkot village had a total population of 215 people, including 101 males and 114 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.37%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 52.43%.
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 | 215 | 101 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 92 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 9 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Basantkot
Basantkot 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 Basantkot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Basantkot.
| 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 Didihat to Basantkot is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Basantkot is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basantkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantkot 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 Basantkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantkot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basantkot
Where is Basantkot located?
Basantkot village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basantkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantkot is Basant Kot.
What is the pincode of Basantkot?
The pincode of Basantkot is 262554.
What is the population of Basantkot?
Basantkot had a total population of 215, including 101 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Basantkot?
Basantkot had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantkot was 73.37%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 52.43%.