Kankote - Syalde, Almora
Kankote is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from Bhikiyasain and around 134 km from Almora. Kankhot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankote is 051600. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.29 hectares and falls under the 263665 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kankote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kankote
As per Census 2011, Kankote village has a total population of 155 people, consisting of 51 males and 104 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 2,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kankote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 155 | 51 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 2 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 42 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 9 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kankote
Kankote 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 Kankote
Kankote 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 Ranikhet to Kankote is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kankote is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kankote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankote 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 Kankote
Where is Kankote located?
Kankote village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankote?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankote is Kankhot.
What is the pincode of Kankote?
The pincode of Kankote is 263665.
What is the population of Kankote?
Kankote has a total population of 155, including 51 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Kankote?
There are 40 households in Kankote.
What is the literacy rate in Kankote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankote is 78.06%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 75.96%.