Kanakot - Lohaghat, Champawat
Kanakot is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Kana Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakot is 054110. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.19 hectares and falls under the 262528 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kanakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanakot
As per Census 2011, Kanakot village has a total population of 857 people, consisting of 396 males and 461 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 1,164 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 523 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanakot are given below:
| Category | 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 295 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 101 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakot
Kanakot 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 Kanakot
Kanakot 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 Lohaghat to Kanakot is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Kanakot is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanakot
Where is Kanakot located?
Kanakot village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanakot is Kana Kot.
What is the pincode of Kanakot?
The pincode of Kanakot is 262528.
What is the population of Kanakot?
Kanakot has a total population of 857, including 396 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Kanakot?
There are 197 households in Kanakot.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakot is 61.03%. Male literacy is 74.49% and female literacy is 49.46%.