Kachila Kot - Dhari, Nainital
Kachila Kot is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kanchla Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachila Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachila Kot is 055000. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.07 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Kachila 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 Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachila Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Kachila Kot village had a total population of 348 people, including 161 males and 187 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,161 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.71%, with male literacy at 86.13% and female literacy at 53.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 348 | 161 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 118 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 43 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Kachila Kot
Kachila 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 Kachila Kot
Kachila 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainital to Kachila Kot is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachila Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachila Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kachila 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 Kachila 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 Kachila Kot
Where is Kachila Kot located?
Kachila Kot village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kachila Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachila Kot is Kanchla Kot.
What is the pincode of Kachila Kot?
The pincode of Kachila Kot is 263136.
What is the population of Kachila Kot?
Kachila Kot had a total population of 348, including 161 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Kachila Kot?
Kachila Kot had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachila Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachila Kot was 68.71%. Male literacy was 86.13% and female literacy was 53.50%.