Kot
Kot is a village located in Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Bharari. Bharari is the sub-district headquarter of Kot village. As per 2009 stats, Kot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kot unique in its vibrant Bharari-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Kot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kot is 019137. The village spans a total geographical area of 257.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174028. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Kot village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kot
Population of Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Kot has a total population of about 2,161, with approximately 1,069 males and 1,092 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 540 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.84%, with male literacy at about 87.09% and female literacy near 74.73%. There are around 486 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kot. As per the 2011 stats, Kot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kot
Knowing the nearby villages of Kot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kot
- Where is Kot located?
- Kot village is situated in Bharari Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
- Kot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kot?
- The pincode of Kot is 174028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kot is 2,161, with 1,069 males and 1,092 females.
- How many households are there in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kot village has a total of 486 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kot is 80.84%. The male literacy rate is 87.09%, while the female literacy rate is 74.73%.