Gangarkote - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Gangarkote is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Gangarkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangarkote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangarkote is 054535. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.36 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gangarkote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gangarkote
According to the 2011 Census, Gangarkote village had a total population of 664 people, including 381 males and 283 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 743 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.85%, with male literacy at 97.69% and female literacy at 86.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 664 | 381 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 34 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 70 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 339 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 42 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Gangarkote
Gangarkote 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 Gangarkote
Public transport in the Gangarkote is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Gangarkote is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Gangarkote is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangarkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangarkote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gangarkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangarkote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gangarkote
Where is Gangarkote located?
Gangarkote village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangarkote?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangarkote is Gangarkot.
What is the pincode of Gangarkote?
The pincode of Gangarkote is 263135.
What is the population of Gangarkote?
Gangarkote had a total population of 664, including 381 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Gangarkote?
Gangarkote had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangarkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangarkote was 92.85%. Male literacy was 97.69% and female literacy was 86.57%.