Maina Kote - Sult, Almora
Maina Kote is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Mainakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maina Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maina Kote is 052152. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.54 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Maina Kote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maina Kote
As per Census 2011, Maina Kote village has a total population of 297 people, consisting of 127 males and 170 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,338 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maina Kote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 127 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 31 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 104 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 23 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Maina Kote
Maina Kote 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kota | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Bhyari | East | 1.27 km |
| Chami | South | 1.85 km |
| Jamoli | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Barhaliya | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Nanbhandari | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Jaspursidh | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Dungar | South | 2.60 km |
| Pundet | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Thala Manral | South | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maina Kote
Maina Kote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Maina Kote is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Maina Kote is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maina Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maina Kote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Maina 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 Maina Kote 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maina Kote
Where is Maina Kote located?
Maina Kote village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maina Kote?
The Gram Panchayat of Maina Kote is Mainakot.
What is the pincode of Maina Kote?
The pincode of Maina Kote is 244715.
What is the population of Maina Kote?
Maina Kote has a total population of 297, including 127 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Maina Kote?
There are 72 households in Maina Kote.
What is the literacy rate in Maina Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maina Kote is 68.01%. Male literacy is 81.89% and female literacy is 57.65%.