Gwala Kote - Someshwar, Almora
Gwala Kote is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gawal Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gwala Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gwala Kote is 053375. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.37 hectares and falls under the 263636 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gwala Kote 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gwala Kote
According to the 2011 Census, Gwala Kote village had a total population of 438 people, including 197 males and 241 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,223 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.96%, with male literacy at 98.85% and female literacy at 68.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 438 | 197 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 172 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 25 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Gwala Kote
Gwala Kote 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 Gwala Kote
Gwala Kote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Gwala Kote is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gwala Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gwala Kote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gwala Kote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gwala Kote 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 Gwala Kote
Where is Gwala Kote located?
Gwala Kote village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gwala Kote?
The Gram Panchayat of Gwala Kote is Gawal Kot.
What is the pincode of Gwala Kote?
The pincode of Gwala Kote is 263636.
What is the population of Gwala Kote?
Gwala Kote had a total population of 438, including 197 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Gwala Kote?
Gwala Kote had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gwala Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gwala Kote was 81.96%. Male literacy was 98.85% and female literacy was 68.22%.