Madkot - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Madkot is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Madkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madkot is 048893. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.11 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Madkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madkot
As per Census 2011, Madkot village has a total population of 1,330 people, consisting of 688 males and 642 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 967 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,330 | 688 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 100 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 147 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 967 | 524 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 164 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Madkot
Madkot 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 Madkot
Madkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Madkot is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Madkot is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madkot 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 Madkot
Where is Madkot located?
Madkot village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madkot?
Madkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madkot?
The pincode of Madkot is 262554.
What is the population of Madkot?
Madkot has a total population of 1,330, including 688 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Madkot?
There are 353 households in Madkot.
What is the literacy rate in Madkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madkot is 72.71%. Male literacy is 76.16% and female literacy is 69.00%.