Ankot - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Ankot is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jakh Dhaulait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ankot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankot is 049225. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.73 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Ankot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ankot
According to the 2011 Census, Ankot village had a total population of 74 people, including 32 males and 42 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,313 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.33%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 7 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Ankot
Ankot 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 Ankot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ankot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Ankot is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ankot is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ankot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ankot
Where is Ankot located?
Ankot village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ankot?
The Gram Panchayat of Ankot is Jakh Dhaulait.
What is the pincode of Ankot?
The pincode of Ankot is 262551.
What is the population of Ankot?
Ankot had a total population of 74, including 32 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Ankot?
Ankot had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankot was 78.33%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 66.67%.