Mithun Kot - Kanda, Bageshwar
Mithun Kot is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Pokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mithun Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mithun Kot is 050754. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.17 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Mithun 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 Mithun Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Mithun Kot village had a total population of 196 people, including 101 males and 95 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.71%, with male literacy at 97.73% and female literacy at 70.73%.
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 | 196 | 101 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 86 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 15 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Mithun Kot
Mithun 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 Mithun Kot
Mithun 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Mithun Kot is about 33 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 Mithun Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mithun Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mithun 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 Mithun 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mithun Kot
Where is Mithun Kot located?
Mithun Kot village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mithun Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Mithun Kot is Pokhari.
What is the pincode of Mithun Kot?
The pincode of Mithun Kot is 263631.
What is the population of Mithun Kot?
Mithun Kot had a total population of 196, including 101 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Mithun Kot?
Mithun Kot had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mithun Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mithun Kot was 84.71%. Male literacy was 97.73% and female literacy was 70.73%.