Bisota - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Bisota is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Uldhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bisota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bisota is 056247. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.24 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bisota 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bisota
According to the 2011 Census, Bisota village had a total population of 953 people, including 502 males and 451 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.65%, with male literacy at 80.88% and female literacy at 65.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 285.
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 | 953 | 502 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 119 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 155 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 351 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 151 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Bisota
Bisota 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 Bisota
Bisota 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Bisota is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bisota is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bisota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bisota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bisota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bisota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bisota
Where is Bisota located?
Bisota village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bisota?
The Gram Panchayat of Bisota is Uldhan.
What is the pincode of Bisota?
The pincode of Bisota is 262308.
What is the population of Bisota?
Bisota had a total population of 953, including 502 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Bisota?
Bisota had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bisota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bisota was 73.65%. Male literacy was 80.88% and female literacy was 65.74%.