Kot

Kot is a village located in Junga tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 29km away from district headquarter Junga. Junga is the sub-district headquarter of Kot village. As per 2009 stats, Bhadech is the gram panchayat of Kot village.

Kot has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 024841. The village spans a total geographical area of 178.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173216. Shimla 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 Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla 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 445 221 224
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 31 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 287 143 144
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 325 168 157
Illiterate Population 120 53 67

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

  • The total population of Kot village is around 445, including approximately 221 males and 224 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Kot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kot village has 287 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kot village is about 73.03%, with male literacy at 76.02% and female literacy at 70.09%.
  • There are around 82 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 <5 km distance
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.

Ruhalthi Kot Mandhar Chanyan Dhar Kufar Jangal Rathmu Khil Khajewra Pujarli Junga Kyana Maheshu Chaceyan Pandli

Frequently Asked Questions about Kot

Where is Kot located?
Kot village is situated in Junga Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot is Bhadech (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 173216, 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 445, with 221 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kot village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kot is 73.03%. The male literacy rate is 76.02%, while the female literacy rate is 70.09%.