Ran Kot - Bageshwar
Ran Kot is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bilari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ran Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ran Kot is 051066. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.78 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Ran Kot 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ran Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Ran Kot village had a total population of 34 people, including 15 males and 19 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,267 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.75%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 88.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Ran Kot
Ran Kot 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 Ran Kot
Ran Kot 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 Bageshwar to Ran Kot is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ran Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ran Kot 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ran Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ran Kot 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ran Kot
Where is Ran Kot located?
Ran Kot village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ran Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Ran Kot is Bilari.
What is the pincode of Ran Kot?
The pincode of Ran Kot is 263619.
What is the population of Ran Kot?
Ran Kot had a total population of 34, including 15 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Ran Kot?
Ran Kot had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ran Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ran Kot was 93.75%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 88.89%.