Gailakot - Lamgada, Almora
Gailakot is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Almora and around 36 km from Almora. Kapkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gailakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gailakot is 053235. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.7 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gailakot 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gailakot
According to the 2011 Census, Gailakot village had a total population of 250 people, including 118 males and 132 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.86%, with male literacy at 91.58% and female literacy at 55.77%.
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 | 250 | 118 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 87 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 31 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Gailakot
Gailakot 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 Gailakot
Gailakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Almora to Gailakot is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gailakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gailakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gailakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gailakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gailakot
Where is Gailakot located?
Gailakot village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gailakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Gailakot is Kapkot.
What is the pincode of Gailakot?
The pincode of Gailakot is 263625.
What is the population of Gailakot?
Gailakot had a total population of 250, including 118 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Gailakot?
Gailakot had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gailakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gailakot was 72.86%. Male literacy was 91.58% and female literacy was 55.77%.