Kot - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Kot is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Ghansali and around 94 km from New Tehri. Kot Budhakedar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot is 042814. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.65 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Kot village had a total population of 918 people, including 430 males and 488 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.43%, with male literacy at 73.81% and female literacy at 42.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 375.
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 | 918 | 430 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 94 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 178 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 248 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 182 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Kot
Kot 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 Kot
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Kot is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kot is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kot 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 Kot
Where is Kot located?
Kot village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot is Kot Budhakedar.
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 249125.
What is the population of Kot?
Kot had a total population of 918, including 430 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
Kot had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot was 56.43%. Male literacy was 73.81% and female literacy was 42.20%.