Betkheri - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Betkheri is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bait Khedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Betkheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betkheri is 055872. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.56 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Betkheri 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Betkheri
According to the 2011 Census, Betkheri village had a total population of 2,118 people, including 1,060 males and 1,058 females, living in 354 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.61%, with male literacy at 70.49% and female literacy at 38.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 764, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 849.
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 | 2,118 | 1,060 | 1,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 196 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 764 | 386 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 849 | 404 | 445 |
| Literate Population | 947 | 609 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,171 | 451 | 720 |
Nearby Villages of Betkheri
Betkheri 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 Betkheri
Betkheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Betkheri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Betkheri is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Betkheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betkheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Betkheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betkheri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Betkheri
Where is Betkheri located?
Betkheri village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Betkheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Betkheri is Bait Khedi.
What is the pincode of Betkheri?
The pincode of Betkheri is 262401.
What is the population of Betkheri?
Betkheri had a total population of 2,118, including 1,060 males and 1,058 females.
How many households are there in Betkheri?
Betkheri had 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Betkheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betkheri was 54.61%. Male literacy was 70.49% and female literacy was 38.85%.