Koot - Karsog, Mandi
Koot is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Thakurthana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koot is 015801. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.66 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Koot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koot
As per Census 2011, Koot village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 39 males and 40 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Koot
Koot 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 Koot
Koot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Koot is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koot
Where is Koot located?
Koot village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koot?
The Gram Panchayat of Koot is Thakurthana.
What is the pincode of Koot?
The pincode of Koot is 175011.
What is the population of Koot?
Koot has a total population of 79, including 39 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Koot?
There are 16 households in Koot.
What is the literacy rate in Koot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koot is 53.16%. Male literacy is 58.97% and female literacy is 47.50%.