Maun Kote - Pithoragarh
Maun Kote is a village situated in the Pithoragarh tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Pithoragarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Mankot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maun Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maun Kote is 050403. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.44 hectares and falls under the 262521 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Maun Kote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Maun Kote
As per Census 2011, Maun Kote village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 104 males and 107 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maun Kote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 104 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 39 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 86 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 18 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Maun Kote
Maun Kote 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 Maun Kote
Maun Kote 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 Pithoragarh to Maun Kote is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maun Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maun Kote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maun Kote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maun Kote 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maun Kote
Where is Maun Kote located?
Maun Kote village is located in Pithoragarh Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maun Kote?
The Gram Panchayat of Maun Kote is Mankot.
What is the pincode of Maun Kote?
The pincode of Maun Kote is 262521.
What is the population of Maun Kote?
Maun Kote has a total population of 211, including 104 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Maun Kote?
There are 52 households in Maun Kote.
What is the literacy rate in Maun Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maun Kote is 68.72%. Male literacy is 82.69% and female literacy is 55.14%.