Kote - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Kote is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kantol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kote is 402449. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 759028 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kote
According to the 2011 Census, Kote village had a total population of 224 people, including 118 males and 106 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.00%, with male literacy at 74.12% and female literacy at 31.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 224 | 118 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 33 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 118 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 63 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 55 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Kote
Kote 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 Kote
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kote.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamakshyanagar to Kote is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kote is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kote
Where is Kote located?
Kote village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kote?
The Gram Panchayat of Kote is Kantol.
What is the pincode of Kote?
The pincode of Kote is 759028.
What is the population of Kote?
Kote had a total population of 224, including 118 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Kote?
Kote had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kote was 52.00%. Male literacy was 74.12% and female literacy was 31.11%.