Kot - Theog, Shimla
Kot is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Balag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot is 025266. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.46 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Kot village had a total population of 408 people, including 221 males and 187 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.58%, with male literacy at 73.30% and female literacy at 65.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 221 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 146 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 140 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 81 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Kot
Kot 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 Kot
Kot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kot is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kot 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 Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kot 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kot
Where is Kot located?
Kot village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot is Balag.
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 171201.
What is the population of Kot?
Kot had a total population of 408, including 221 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
Kot had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot was 69.58%. Male literacy was 73.30% and female literacy was 65.24%.