Kot - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Kot is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Tehri and around 11 km from New Tehri. Kot- serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot is 043997. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.75 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 678 people, including 321 males and 357 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 1,112 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.03%, with male literacy at 91.46% and female literacy at 62.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150.
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 | 678 | 321 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 65 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 257 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 64 | 154 |
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 Tehri to Kot is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kot is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kot
Where is Kot located?
Kot village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot is Kot-.
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 249131.
What is the population of Kot?
Kot had a total population of 678, including 321 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
Kot had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot was 76.03%. Male literacy was 91.46% and female literacy was 62.65%.