Kot - Chandpur, Bijnor
Kot is a village situated in the Chandpur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandpur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bijnaur. Mohammed Husainpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot is 114397. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.64 hectares and falls under the 246734 pincode. Chandpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Kot village had a total population of 148 people, including 79 males and 69 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.64%, with male literacy at 72.86% and female literacy at 36.51%.
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 | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 51 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 28 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Kot
Kot is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Husainpur Majra Aurangabad | South-West | 0.69 km |
| Majhaula Gujar | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Alyarpur | South | 1.09 km |
| Singha | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Aurangabad Urf Sikandarpur | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Khera | South | 1.72 km |
| Azimulla Nagar | East | 1.76 km |
| Khairpur Zagir | North | 1.78 km |
| Rasulpur Funa | South | 1.84 km |
| Chak Aurangabad | South-West | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kot
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kot. The nearest railway station is Bagarpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandpur to Kot is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnaur to Kot is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kot
Where is Kot located?
Kot village is located in Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot is Mohammed Husainpur.
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 246734.
What is the population of Kot?
Kot had a total population of 148, including 79 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
Kot had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot was 55.64%. Male literacy was 72.86% and female literacy was 36.51%.