Koon Upreti - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Koon Upreti is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koon Upreti is 050080. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.05 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Koon Upreti is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koon Upreti
According to the 2011 Census, Koon Upreti village had a total population of 637 people, including 345 males and 292 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.66%, with male literacy at 91.81% and female literacy at 76.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 637 | 345 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 52 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 269 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 76 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Koon Upreti
Koon Upreti 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 Koon Upreti
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Koon Upreti is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Koon Upreti
Where is Koon Upreti located?
Koon Upreti village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Koon Upreti?
The pincode of Koon Upreti is 262522.
What is the population of Koon Upreti?
Koon Upreti had a total population of 637, including 345 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Koon Upreti?
Koon Upreti had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koon Upreti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koon Upreti was 84.66%. Male literacy was 91.81% and female literacy was 76.63%.