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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Bisota village has a total population of 953 people, consisting of 502 males and 451 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 612 literate and 341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bisota are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 953, including 502 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Bisota?
There are 172 households in Bisota.
What is the literacy rate in Bisota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bisota is 64.22%. Male literacy is 69.92% and female literacy is 57.87%.