Pande Kota - Ranikhet, Almora
Pande Kota is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pandey Kota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pande Kota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pande Kota is 052443. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.44 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Pande Kota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Pande Kota
As per Census 2011, Pande Kota village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 135 males and 159 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,177 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 231 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pande Kota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 135 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 15 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 62 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 116 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 19 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Pande Kota
Pande Kota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patholi | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Taura | West | 1.18 km |
| Airari | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Kuriya Matela | South | 1.60 km |
| Thapla | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Tarswar | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Bhuina | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Jogyari | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Malla Biswa | North | 3.44 km |
| Chalsiapadoli | North-West | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pande Kota
Pande Kota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| 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 Ranikhet to Pande Kota is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Pande Kota 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 Pande Kota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pande Kota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pande Kota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pande Kota 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 Pande Kota
Where is Pande Kota located?
Pande Kota village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pande Kota?
The Gram Panchayat of Pande Kota is Pandey Kota.
What is the pincode of Pande Kota?
The pincode of Pande Kota is 263645.
What is the population of Pande Kota?
Pande Kota has a total population of 294, including 135 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Pande Kota?
There are 63 households in Pande Kota.
What is the literacy rate in Pande Kota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pande Kota is 78.57%. Male literacy is 85.93% and female literacy is 72.33%.