Khel Kot - Kanda, Bageshwar
Khel Kot is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dhari-2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khel Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khel Kot is 050815. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.39 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Khel Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Khel Kot
As per Census 2011, Khel Kot village has a total population of 10 people, consisting of 5 males and 5 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 6 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khel Kot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Khel Kot
Khel 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 Khel Kot
Khel 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 Khel Kot is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khel Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khel 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 Khel 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 Khel Kot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khel Kot
Where is Khel Kot located?
Khel Kot village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khel Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Khel Kot is Dhari-2.
What is the pincode of Khel Kot?
The pincode of Khel Kot is 263631.
What is the population of Khel Kot?
Khel Kot has a total population of 10, including 5 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Khel Kot?
There are 3 households in Khel Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Khel Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khel Kot is 40.00%. Male literacy is 40.00% and female literacy is 40.00%.