Kot - Mamlig, Solan
Kot is a village situated in the Mamlig tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Solan. Kot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot is 022314. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.64 hectares and falls under the 173222 pincode. Shimla 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 Solan 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 112 people, including 60 males and 52 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 79.63% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
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 Solan to Kot 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mamlig Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
Kot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 173222.
What is the population of Kot?
Kot had a total population of 112, including 60 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
Kot had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot was 73.33%. Male literacy was 79.63% and female literacy was 66.67%.