Khaira Kot - Someshwar, Almora
Khaira Kot is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Majharmafi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaira Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaira Kot is 053346. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.94 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Khaira Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Khaira Kot
As per Census 2011, Khaira Kot village has a total population of 60 people, consisting of 29 males and 31 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaira Kot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Khaira Kot
Khaira Kot 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 Khaira Kot
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Khaira Kot.
| 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 Almora to Khaira Kot is about 29 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 Khaira Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaira Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khaira 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 Khaira Kot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khaira Kot
Where is Khaira Kot located?
Khaira Kot village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaira Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaira Kot is Majharmafi.
What is the pincode of Khaira Kot?
The pincode of Khaira Kot is 263638.
What is the population of Khaira Kot?
Khaira Kot has a total population of 60, including 29 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Khaira Kot?
There are 18 households in Khaira Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Khaira Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaira Kot is 68.33%. Male literacy is 82.76% and female literacy is 54.84%.