Nakot - Someshwar, Almora
Nakot is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakot is 053284. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.8 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Nakot 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 Nakot
According to the 2011 Census, Nakot village had a total population of 335 people, including 146 males and 189 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,295 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 87.40% and female literacy at 71.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 335 | 146 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 66 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 111 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 35 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Nakot
Nakot 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 Nakot
Nakot 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 <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 Nakot is about 47 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 Nakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nakot
Where is Nakot located?
Nakot village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nakot?
Nakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nakot?
The pincode of Nakot is 263637.
What is the population of Nakot?
Nakot had a total population of 335, including 146 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Nakot?
Nakot had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakot was 78.26%. Male literacy was 87.40% and female literacy was 71.51%.