Hinkote - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Hinkote is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Himkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hinkote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hinkote is 049444. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.2 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Hinkote 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hinkote
According to the 2011 Census, Hinkote village had a total population of 530 people, including 297 males and 233 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 785 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.22%, with male literacy at 93.73% and female literacy at 82.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182, 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 | 530 | 297 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 26 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 95 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 254 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 43 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Hinkote
Hinkote 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 Hinkote
Public transport in the Hinkote is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Didihat to Hinkote is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Hinkote is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hinkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hinkote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Hinkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hinkote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hinkote
Where is Hinkote located?
Hinkote village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hinkote?
The Gram Panchayat of Hinkote is Himkot.
What is the pincode of Hinkote?
The pincode of Hinkote is 262543.
What is the population of Hinkote?
Hinkote had a total population of 530, including 297 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Hinkote?
Hinkote had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hinkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hinkote was 89.22%. Male literacy was 93.73% and female literacy was 82.90%.