Laukote - Bhikiasain, Almora
Laukote is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Bhikiyasain and around 82 km from Almora. Lookot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laukote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laukote is 051774. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.8 hectares and falls under the 263646 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Laukote 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Laukote
According to the 2011 Census, Laukote village had a total population of 184 people, including 76 males and 108 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,421 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.00%, with male literacy at 96.88% and female literacy at 56.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107.
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 | 184 | 76 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 12 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 44 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 62 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 14 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Laukote
Laukote 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 Laukote
Public transport in the Laukote is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Laukote is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Laukote is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Laukote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laukote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Laukote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laukote 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 Laukote
Where is Laukote located?
Laukote village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Laukote?
The Gram Panchayat of Laukote is Lookot.
What is the pincode of Laukote?
The pincode of Laukote is 263646.
What is the population of Laukote?
Laukote had a total population of 184, including 76 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Laukote?
Laukote had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Laukote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laukote was 74.00%. Male literacy was 96.88% and female literacy was 56.98%.