Hatkot - Kunihar, Solan
Hatkot is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Solan. Hatkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hatkot is 020256. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Hatkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hatkot
According to the 2011 Census, Hatkot village had a total population of 2,065 people, including 1,038 males and 1,027 females, living in 444 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.93%, with male literacy at 93.74% and female literacy at 88.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 292, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 2,065 | 1,038 | 1,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 96 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 143 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,694 | 883 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 155 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Hatkot
Hatkot 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 Hatkot
Hatkot 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 Solan to Hatkot is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hatkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hatkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hatkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hatkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Hatkot
Where is Hatkot located?
Hatkot village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hatkot?
Hatkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hatkot?
The pincode of Hatkot is 173207.
What is the population of Hatkot?
Hatkot had a total population of 2,065, including 1,038 males and 1,027 females.
How many households are there in Hatkot?
Hatkot had 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hatkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hatkot was 90.93%. Male literacy was 93.74% and female literacy was 88.06%.