Kot - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Kot is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 93 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kot (hindaw) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot is 043018. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.64 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 93 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 Ghanshali 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 231 people, including 101 males and 130 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,287 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.16%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 66.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 231 | 101 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 24 | 55 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Kot is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kot is about 93 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot is Kot (hindaw).
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 249155.
What is the population of Kot?
Kot had a total population of 231, including 101 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
Kot had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot was 77.16%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 66.37%.