Kot - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Kot is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Narendra Nagar and around 63 km from New Tehri. Payalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot is 044549. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.56 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 70 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kot
As per Census 2011, Kot village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 115 males and 167 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,452 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 115 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 29 | 85 |
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
Kot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narendra Nagar to Kot is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kot is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kot
Where is Kot located?
Kot village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot is Payalgaon.
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 249146.
What is the population of Kot?
Kot has a total population of 282, including 115 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
There are 74 households in Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot is 59.57%. Male literacy is 74.78% and female literacy is 49.10%.