Kota - Sult, Almora
Kota is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 195 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kota Chami serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kota is 052159. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.3 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kota
According to the 2011 Census, Kota village had a total population of 118 people, including 54 males and 64 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.76%, with male literacy at 98.08% and female literacy at 62.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 3 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Kota
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maina Kote | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Chami | South | 0.93 km |
| Dungar | South | 1.70 km |
| Bhyari | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Thala Manral | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Jamoli | East | 2.33 km |
| Kopi | South | 2.59 km |
| Nanbhandari | North | 3.00 km |
| Pundet | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Barhaliya | North-East | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kota
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kota. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 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 Ramnagar to Kota is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kota is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 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 Kota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kota
Where is Kota located?
Kota village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kota is Kota Chami.
What is the pincode of Kota?
The pincode of Kota is 263676.
What is the population of Kota?
Kota had a total population of 118, including 54 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Kota?
Kota had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kota was 78.76%. Male literacy was 98.08% and female literacy was 62.30%.