Kot

Kot is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 132km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Kot village. As per 2009 stats, Kangal 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 023959. The village spans a total geographical area of 111.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171212. Narkanda is nearest town to Kot village for all major economic activities.

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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 93 35 58
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 14 5 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 9 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 69 26 43
Illiterate Population 24 9 15

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

  • The total population of Kot village is around 93, including approximately 35 males and 58 females, with a sex ratio of 1657 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Kot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kot village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kot village is about 74.19%, with male literacy at 74.29% and female literacy at 74.14%.
  • There are around 15 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 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.

Hathiya Ghughvi Kangal Jangal Thah Thah Thanu Nagali Koti Ropa Dagrot Bagain

Frequently Asked Questions about Kot

Where is Kot located?
Kot village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot is Kangal (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 171212, 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 93, with 35 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kot village has a total of 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kot is 74.19%. The male literacy rate is 74.29%, while the female literacy rate is 74.14%.