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.

Kot has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kot

Below is a concise population overview of Kot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kot village:

  • The total population of Kot village is around 1,331, including approximately 687 males and 644 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 174 children aged 0–6 years in Kot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kot village has 183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kot village is about 64.46%, with male literacy at 70.31% and female literacy at 58.23%.
  • There are around 253 households in Kot village.

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.

Lehra Sauli Birampur Khanpur Shahpur Bhadiar Mehindwani Binewal Kokowal Majari Mansowal

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%.