Kouth - Chakisain, Pauri Garhwal
Kouth is a village situated in the Chakisain tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Thalisain and around 65 km from Pauri. Khut serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kouth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kouth is 046535. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.31 hectares and falls under the 246130 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kouth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kouth
As per Census 2011, Kouth village has a total population of 470 people, consisting of 219 males and 251 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kouth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 470 | 219 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 145 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 74 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Kouth
Kouth 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 Kouth
Public transport in the Kouth is mainly available through bus 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 Pauri to Kouth is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kouth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kouth 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kouth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kouth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kouth
Where is Kouth located?
Kouth village is located in Chakisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kouth?
The Gram Panchayat of Kouth is Khut.
What is the pincode of Kouth?
The pincode of Kouth is 246130.
What is the population of Kouth?
Kouth has a total population of 470, including 219 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Kouth?
There are 72 households in Kouth.
What is the literacy rate in Kouth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kouth is 47.66%. Male literacy is 66.21% and female literacy is 31.47%.