Khira Kote - Someshwar, Almora
Khira Kote is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kheera Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khira Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khira Kote is 053273. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.71 hectares and falls under the 263629 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Khira Kote 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 Khira Kote
As per Census 2011, Khira Kote village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 283 males and 408 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 1,441 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 460 literate and 231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khira Kote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 283 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 37 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 95 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 228 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 55 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Khira Kote
Khira 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 Khira Kote
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Khira Kote.
| 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 Khira Kote is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khira Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khira Kote 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 Khira 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 Khira Kote 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 Khira Kote
Where is Khira Kote located?
Khira Kote village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khira Kote?
The Gram Panchayat of Khira Kote is Kheera Kot.
What is the pincode of Khira Kote?
The pincode of Khira Kote is 263629.
What is the population of Khira Kote?
Khira Kote has a total population of 691, including 283 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Khira Kote?
There are 173 households in Khira Kote.
What is the literacy rate in Khira Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khira Kote is 66.57%. Male literacy is 80.57% and female literacy is 56.86%.