Kot - Lundra, Surguja
Kot is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Kot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot is 433392. The village covers a total geographical area of 791.38 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kot
As per Census 2011, Kot village has a total population of 2,730 people, consisting of 1,423 males and 1,307 females. The village has 570 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,285 literate and 1,445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,227 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,730 | 1,423 | 1,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 197 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 12 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,227 | 1,162 | 1,065 |
| Literate Population | 1,285 | 776 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,445 | 647 | 798 |
Nearby Villages of Kot
Kot is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangapur | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Unchdih | West | 2.71 km |
| Gahila | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Lamgaon | North | 2.79 km |
| Mohanpur | West | 3.69 km |
| Maheshpur | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Silsila | East | 3.83 km |
| Sayarrai | North | 3.93 km |
| Chorkidih | North | 4.40 km |
| Purkela | North-West | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kot
Public transport in the Kot is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Kot is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kot 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kot
Where is Kot located?
Kot village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
Kot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 497101.
What is the population of Kot?
Kot has a total population of 2,730, including 1,423 males and 1,307 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
There are 570 households in Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot is 47.07%. Male literacy is 54.53% and female literacy is 38.94%.