Kot

Kot is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 63km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Kot village. As per 2009 stats, Paploa is the gram panchayat of Kot village.

Kot has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kot is 019441. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174017. Naina Devi 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 Jhanduta 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.

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Population of Kot

Below is a concise population overview of Kot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 381 190 191
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 50 23 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 153 74 79
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 244 139 105
Illiterate Population 137 51 86

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kot village:

  • The total population of Kot village is around 381, including approximately 190 males and 191 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Kot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kot village has 153 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kot village is about 64.04%, with male literacy at 73.16% and female literacy at 54.97%.
  • There are around 75 households in Kot village.

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.

Dhanar Moa Seri Salwar Jangal Kot Malhot Katheran Bhadol Daroh Soh Reti Sillvin

Frequently Asked Questions about Kot

Where is Kot located?
Kot village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot is Paploa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 174017, 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 381, with 190 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kot village has a total of 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kot is 64.04%. The male literacy rate is 73.16%, while the female literacy rate is 54.97%.