Khiruwa Kot - Kanda, Bageshwar
Khiruwa Kot is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Chantola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiruwa Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiruwa Kot is 050841. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.26 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Khiruwa 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 Khiruwa Kot
As per Census 2011, Khiruwa Kot village has a total population of 16 people, consisting of 6 males and 10 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 1,666 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 6 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khiruwa Kot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Khiruwa Kot
Khiruwa 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 Khiruwa Kot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khiruwa Kot. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khiruwa Kot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Khiruwa Kot is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiruwa Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiruwa Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khiruwa 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 Khiruwa 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 Khiruwa Kot
Where is Khiruwa Kot located?
Khiruwa Kot village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiruwa Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiruwa Kot is Chantola.
What is the pincode of Khiruwa Kot?
The pincode of Khiruwa Kot is 263631.
What is the population of Khiruwa Kot?
Khiruwa Kot has a total population of 16, including 6 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Khiruwa Kot?
There are 3 households in Khiruwa Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Khiruwa Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiruwa Kot is 62.50%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 50.00%.