Kanthkot - Bhachau, Kachchh
Kanthkot is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Kanthkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanthkot is 506639. The village covers a total geographical area of 10497.88 hectares and falls under the 370135 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kanthkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanthkot
As per Census 2011, Kanthkot village has a total population of 2,498 people, consisting of 1,241 males and 1,257 females. The village has 572 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 843 literate and 1,655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 118 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanthkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,498 | 1,241 | 1,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 234 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 159 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 843 | 535 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,655 | 706 | 949 |
Nearby Villages of Kanthkot
Kanthkot 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 Kanthkot
Kanthkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhachau to Kanthkot is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Kanthkot is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanthkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanthkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanthkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanthkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanthkot
Where is Kanthkot located?
Kanthkot village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanthkot?
Kanthkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanthkot?
The pincode of Kanthkot is 370135.
What is the population of Kanthkot?
Kanthkot has a total population of 2,498, including 1,241 males and 1,257 females.
How many households are there in Kanthkot?
There are 572 households in Kanthkot.
What is the literacy rate in Kanthkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanthkot is 33.75%. Male literacy is 43.11% and female literacy is 24.50%.