Samkot
Samkot is a village located in Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Munsiari (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Samkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Samkot unique in its vibrant Munsiari-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Samkot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Samkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samkot is 049048. The village spans a total geographical area of 1082.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262554. Didihat is nearest town to Samkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Samkot
Population of Samkot
According to the 2011 Census, Samkot has a total population of about 1,092, with approximately 505 males and 587 females. The sex ratio is around 1162 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 175 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.78%, with male literacy at about 69.50% and female literacy near 47.70%. There are around 240 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Samkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,092 | 505 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 631 | 351 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 154 | 307 |
Connectivity of Samkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samkot. As per the 2011 stats, Samkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Samkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samkot
- Where is Samkot located?
- Samkot village is situated in Munsiari Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samkot?
- Samkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Samkot?
- The pincode of Samkot is 262554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samkot is 1,092, with 505 males and 587 females.
- How many households are there in Samkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samkot village has a total of 240 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samkot is 57.78%. The male literacy rate is 69.50%, while the female literacy rate is 47.70%.