Kot

Kot is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kot village. As per 2009 stats, Kot village is also a gram panchayat.

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 024524. The village spans a total geographical area of 159 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173219. Shimla 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 288 161 127
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 21 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 196 105 91
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 226 132 94
Illiterate Population 62 29 33

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

  • The total population of Kot village is around 288, including approximately 161 males and 127 females, with a sex ratio of 788 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Kot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kot village has 196 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kot village is about 78.47%, with male literacy at 81.99% and female literacy at 74.02%.
  • There are around 52 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 - 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kot

Where is Kot located?
Kot village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla 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 173219, 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 288, with 161 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kot village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kot is 78.47%. The male literacy rate is 81.99%, while the female literacy rate is 74.02%.