Samkot - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Samkot is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Munsiari and around 115 km from Pithoragarh. Samkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samkot is 049048. The village covers a total geographical area of 1082.58 hectares and falls under the 262555 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Samkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samkot
As per Census 2011, Samkot village has a total population of 1,092 people, consisting of 505 males and 587 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 1,162 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 631 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,092 | 505 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 351 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 154 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Samkot
Samkot 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 Samkot
Public transport in the Samkot 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 Samkot is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Samkot is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samkot
Where is Samkot located?
Samkot village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samkot?
Samkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samkot?
The pincode of Samkot is 262555.
What is the population of Samkot?
Samkot has a total population of 1,092, including 505 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Samkot?
There are 240 households in Samkot.
What is the literacy rate in Samkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samkot is 57.78%. Male literacy is 69.50% and female literacy is 47.70%.