Kot
Kot is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kot unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Kot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kot is 032009. The village spans a total geographical area of 445 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144523. Garhshankar is nearest town to Kot village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kot
Population of Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Kot has a total population of about 1,331, with approximately 687 males and 644 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 183 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.46%, with male literacy at about 70.31% and female literacy near 58.23%. There are around 253 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,331 | 687 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 85 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 858 | 483 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 204 | 269 |
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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kot
- Where is Kot located?
- Kot village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, 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 144523, 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 1,331, with 687 males and 644 females.
- How many households are there in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kot village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kot is 64.46%. The male literacy rate is 70.31%, while the female literacy rate is 58.23%.