Kanakot
Kanakot is a village located in Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Lohaghat (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Champawat. As per 2009 stats, Kana Kot is the gram panchayat of Kanakot village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanakot unique in its vibrant Lohaghat-Champawat region. You’ll see Kanakot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanakot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakot is 054110. The village spans a total geographical area of 533.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262524. Lohaghat is nearest town to Kanakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Kanakot
Population of Kanakot
According to the 2011 Census, Kanakot has a total population of about 857, with approximately 396 males and 461 females. The sex ratio is around 1164 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 225 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.03%, with male literacy at about 74.49% and female literacy near 49.46%. There are around 197 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanakot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 396 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 111 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 295 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 101 | 233 |
Connectivity of Kanakot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanakot. As per the 2011 stats, Kanakot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanakot
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanakot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakot
- Where is Kanakot located?
- Kanakot village is situated in Lohaghat Tehsil, within the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanakot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanakot is Kana Kot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanakot?
- The pincode of Kanakot is 262524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakot is 857, with 396 males and 461 females.
- How many households are there in Kanakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanakot village has a total of 197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanakot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakot is 61.03%. The male literacy rate is 74.49%, while the female literacy rate is 49.46%.