Kot

Kot is a village located in Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Gairsain (tehsildar office) and 113km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kot village is also a gram panchayat.

Kot has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kot is 042040. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246486. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Kot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.

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Population of Kot

Below is a concise population overview of Kot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 618 319 299
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 78 46 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 102 59 43
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 436 259 177
Illiterate Population 182 60 122

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kot village:

  • The total population of Kot village is around 618, including approximately 319 males and 299 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Kot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kot village has 102 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kot village is about 70.55%, with male literacy at 81.19% and female literacy at 59.20%.
  • There are around 162 households in Kot village.

Connectivity of Kot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kot. As per the 2011 stats, Kot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kot

Knowing the nearby villages of Kot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kot.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kot

Where is Kot located?
Kot village is situated in Gairsain Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
Kot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 246486, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kot is 618, with 319 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kot village has a total of 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kot is 70.55%. The male literacy rate is 81.19%, while the female literacy rate is 59.20%.