Kot - Bharari, Bilaspur
Kot is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot is 019137. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.2 hectares and falls under the 174028 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
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 Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kot
As per Census 2011, Kot village has a total population of 2,161 people, consisting of 1,069 males and 1,092 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,747 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,161 | 1,069 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 273 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,747 | 931 | 816 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 138 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Kot
Kot 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 Kot
Kot 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 Bilaspur to Kot is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kot
Where is Kot located?
Kot village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, 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 174028.
What is the population of Kot?
Kot has a total population of 2,161, including 1,069 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
There are 486 households in Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot is 80.84%. Male literacy is 87.09% and female literacy is 74.73%.