Chan Kot - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Chan Kot is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dyoukali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chan Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chan Kot is 049177. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.46 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chan Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chan Kot
As per Census 2011, Chan Kot village has a total population of 42 people, consisting of 19 males and 23 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,210 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chan Kot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 3 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Chan Kot
Chan 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 Chan Kot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chan Kot.
| 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 Chan Kot is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chan Kot is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chan Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chan 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 Chan 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 Chan Kot
Where is Chan Kot located?
Chan Kot village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chan Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Chan Kot is Dyoukali.
What is the pincode of Chan Kot?
The pincode of Chan Kot is 262552.
What is the population of Chan Kot?
Chan Kot has a total population of 42, including 19 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Chan Kot?
There are 9 households in Chan Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Chan Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chan Kot is 66.67%. Male literacy is 84.21% and female literacy is 52.17%.