Nakote - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Nakote is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lekam Kanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nakote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakote is 049440. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.71 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Nakote 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 Nakote
According to the 2011 Census, Nakote village had a total population of 108 people, including 55 males and 53 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.80%, with male literacy at 95.74% and female literacy at 69.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 10 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Nakote
Nakote 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 Nakote
Public transport in the Nakote is mainly available through shared van 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 Didihat to Nakote is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Nakote is about 60 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 Nakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakote 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 Nakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakote 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 Nakote
Where is Nakote located?
Nakote village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nakote?
The Gram Panchayat of Nakote is Lekam Kanda.
What is the pincode of Nakote?
The pincode of Nakote is 262551.
What is the population of Nakote?
Nakote had a total population of 108, including 55 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Nakote?
Nakote had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakote was 82.80%. Male literacy was 95.74% and female literacy was 69.57%.