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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Samkot
According to the 2011 Census, Samkot village had a total population of 1,092 people, including 505 males and 587 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.81%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 55.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 1,092 | 505 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,092, including 505 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Samkot?
Samkot had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samkot was 68.81%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 55.45%.